Nursing diagnoses disturbed body image (00118) and situational low self-esteem (00120) in patients with head and neck cancer: Differential clinical validation using Q methodology.

This study contributes to a better understanding of the predominant defining characteristics of the diagnoses under study. In terms of the NANDA-I taxonomy, it helps to raise the levels of evidence for diagnoses. Using a qualitative and quantitative methodology allows for maintaining a more holistic research approach and greater rigor and acceptance of the results.