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This is not an example of an actual diagnosis because it describes a potential problem that has not yet occurred. An actual diagnosis identifies a problem that is present at the time of the assessment and is based on signs and symptoms.

This is not an example of an actual diagnosis because it does not include any defining characteristics that support the problem. An actual diagnosis requires evidence of signs and symptoms to validate the problem.

This is not an example of an actual diagnosis because it describes a readiness to enhance a specific health behavior rather than a problem that is present at the time of the assessment. A readiness for enhanced diagnosis identifies a strength or potential for improvement in a client's health status.

Problem is not the correct term to describe these findings because it is too vague and does not specify the human response to the health condition. A problem is a general label that can apply to many situations, but a nursing diagnosis should be more precise and descriptive.

Etiology is not the correct term to describe these findings because it refers to the cause or contributing factors of the problem, not the problem itself. Etiology is usually preceded by the phrase "related to”. in a nursing diagnostic statement. For example, "Impaired skin integrity related to pressure ulcer”. is a nursing diagnosis where "pressure ulcer”. is the etiology.

Related factors is not the correct term to describe these findings because it refers to the conditions or circumstances that are associated with the problem or risk, but are not necessarily the cause. Related factors are usually preceded by the phrase "related to”. in a risk nursing diagnostic statement. For example, "Risk for falls related to impaired balance”. is a nursing diagnosis where "impaired balance”. is a related factor.

An actual diagnosis is based on the presence of associated signs and symptoms, not on the risk of developing them. The client in the question does not have any signs or symptoms of withdrawal yet, only a history of substance abuse. Therefore, an actual diagnosis is not appropriate for this client.

A health promotion diagnosis is based on the desire to enhance well-being and human potential. The client in the question does not express any desire to improve their health or well-being, nor does the nurse plan to implement any interventions to promote health. Therefore, a health promotion diagnosis is not appropriate for this client.

A wellness diagnosis is based on the presence of a transition from one level of wellness to a higher level of wellness. The client in the question does not show any evidence of a transition or a higher level of wellness, nor does the nurse plan to facilitate any wellness activities. Therefore, a wellness diagnosis is not appropriate for this client.

An actual diagnosis is based on the presence of associated signs and symptoms of a health problem. The client does not have any signs or symptoms of a health problem related to smoking, but rather has expressed a desire to quit smoking and has taken some steps to do so.

A risk diagnosis is based on the presence of risk factors that increase the vulnerability of a person or group to develop a health problem. The client does not have any risk factors that increase his vulnerability to develop a health problem related to smoking, but rather has reduced his cigarette consumption by half and has joined a support group.

A wellness diagnosis is based on the presence of potential or actual levels of wellness in an individual, family, or community that can be enhanced. The client does not have any potential or actual levels of wellness related to smoking, but rather has a desire to quit smoking and improve his health. Therefore, this is not the correct type of diagnosis for this client.