Activity Intolerance
NANDA-I Definition
Insufficient physiologic or psychological energy to endure or complete required or desired daily activities
Defining Characteristics
Major (Must Be Present)
An altered physiologic response to activity
Respiratory
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Pulse
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Blood Pressure
Abnormal blood pressure response to activity
Failure to increase with activity
Increased diastolic pressure (greater than 15 mm Hg)
Minor (May Be Present)
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Related Factors
Any factors that compromise oxygen transport orphysical conditioning or create excessive energy demands that outstrip the individual’s physical and psychological abilities can cause activity intolerance. Some common factors follow.
Pathophysiologic
Related to deconditioning secondary to prolonged immobilization and pain
Related to imbalance between oxygen supply and demand*
Related to compromised oxygen transport system secondary to:
Cardiac
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Respiratory
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Bronchopulmonary dysplasia
Atelectasis
Circulatory
Anemia
Hypovolemia
Peripheral arterial disease
Related to increased metabolic demands secondary to:
Acute or Chronic Infections
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Chronic Diseases
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Related to inadequate energy sources secondary to:
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