Which Concepts Should the Nurse Use When Formulating a Nursing

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which concepts should the nurse use when formulating a nursing diagnosis?

• A) Base the nursing diagnosis on the medical diagnosis
• B) Focus on what the nurse needs to help the patient return to health
• C) Include the patient in the identification of needs
• D) Consider the patient's response to the current health problem
• E) Be certain the diagnosis is measureable

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