A patient with severe anemia is complaining of the following symptoms: tachycardia, palpitations, exertional dyspnea, cool extremities, and dizziness with ambulation. Lab results reveal low hemoglobin and hematocrit levels. Based on the assessment data, which of the following nursing diagnoses is most appropriate for this patient?
a) Imbalanced nutrition, less than body requirements, related to inadequate intake of essential nutrients
b) Fatigue related to decreased hemoglobin and hematocrit
c) Ineffective tissue perfusion related to inadequate hemoglobin and hematocrit
d) Risk for falls related to complaints of dizziness
Answer: Ineffective tissue perfusion related to inadequate hemoglobin and hematocrit