B.

Prioritization of Nursing Problems

Deficient Knowledge regarding preparation for labor and delivery

Criteria Weight Multiplier Computation Justification

The problem is a knowledge

Nature and Extent 3 1 3/3 x 1 deficit that requires
immediate attention

The problem is easily

Modifiability 2 2 2/2 x 2 modifiable because
resources are available.

the problem has high

preventive potential due to
Preventive Potential 3 1 3/3 x 1 the easily available
resources such as health
teaching materials

The client recognizes this as

Salience 2 1 2/2 x 1 a problem and needs
intervention

Total 5 Priority #

Impaired dentition related to ineffective oral hygiene

Criteria Weight Multiplier Computation Justification

Nature and Extent It is health deficit that
3 1 3/3 x 1 requires immediate
attention
Modifiability The problem is partially
modifiable due to the
1 2 1/2 x 2
economic status of the
patient
Preventive Potential 2 1 2/3 x 1
Salience 1 1 1/2 x 1
Total 3 2/3 Priority #