Goals Are Broad Statements of Purpose That Describe the Aim

question 11

Multiple Choice

Goals are broad statements of purpose that describe the aim of nursing care. As such, goals:

• A) are considered short term if achieved within a month of identification.
• B) always have established time parameters, such as "long-term" or "short-term."
• C) are mutually acceptable to the nurse, patient, and family.
• D) can be vague to facilitate evaluation of achievement.

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Definitions:

Productivity

The efficiency with which inputs are converted into outputs, often measured in terms of work output per unit of time.

Technology Utilization

The effective use of technology as a tool to improve processes, productivity, or services in various domains.

Operations Management

The administration of business practices to create the highest level of efficiency possible within an organization, focusing on converting materials and labor into goods and services as efficiently as possible.

Productive Systems

Systems or mechanisms designed to generate outputs at an efficient rate by effectively using inputs.