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[Nursing diagnoses] Potential self-esteem disturbance [Nursing Process] 
Some types of renal damage are not reversible. In such cases, the patient must make major alterations in life style. Depression, anxiety, and a feeling of powerlessness may develop as patients consider options such as home or hospital hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, or an eventual renal transplant. The nurse can assess coping methods the patient has used for past stressful life events and help the patient strengthen his or her coping abilities. The nurse may also wish to refer the patient and family to a mental health professional.
Nursing Diagnoses/Renal Function
Nursing Process