Nursing Diagnosis: Oral Mucous Membrane, impaired
May be related to
- Immunologic deficit and presence of lesion-causing pathogens, e.g., Candida, herpes, KS
- Dehydration, malnutrition
- Ineffective oral hygiene
- Side effects of drugs, chemotherapy
Possibly evidenced by
- Open ulcerated lesions, vesicles
- Oral pain/discomfort
- Stomatitis; leukoplakia, gingivitis, carious teeth
Desired Outcomes
- Display intact mucous membranes, which are pink, moist, and free of inflammation/ulcerations.
