Chapter 18 Flashcards
1
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what is the evaluating step in the nursing process
A
the last step in the nursing process
the nurse and patient measure how well the patient has achieved the outcomes specified in the care plan
2
Q
what are the three outcomes of the evaluation
A
- terminate the care plan - expected outcome achieved
- modify the care plan if there are more difficulties achieving the outcome
- continue the care plan if more time is needed to achieve outcome
3
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what are the five elements of evaluation
A
- identify evaluative criteria and standards
- collecting data to determine whether standards are met
- interpreting and summarizing findings
- documenting your judgments
- termination, modification or continuing the plan
4
Q
what are criteria
A
measurable qualities, attribute of characteristics that identify skills, knowledge or health status
5
Q
what are standards
A
the levels of performance accepted by nursing staff or other health care providers
6
Q
what is an evaluative statement
A
the documented judgment that summarizing the findings. includes, the decision if the outcome was met and patient data of behaviors to support the decision
