Errors May Occur with the Use of Data in Formulating

question 11

Multiple Choice

Errors may occur with the use of data in formulating an appropriate nursing diagnosis. Based on what you know, which of the following represents the main source of errors in the nursing diagnosis process?

• A) Making assumptions without supporting data
• B) Placing data in incorrect categories
• C) Not validating data with the patient
• D) Relying on team members for data

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Frontal Lobe

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