Chapter 20

Question 0

The purpose of conducting evaluative measures

Answer 0

To determine whether your patient met expected outcomes

Question 1

Two components of evaluation

Answer 1

An examination of a condition

A judgement as to whether change has occurred

Question 2

Competencies for evaluation

Answer 2

Using criterion-based evaluation
Collaboration
Using ongoing data to revise the care plan
Communication between pt.
Responsible and appropriate use of interventions to minimize unwanted treatment

Question 3

Define goals

Answer 3

Expected behavior that indicates resolution of a diagnosis

Question 4

Define expected outcomes

Answer 4

End result that is measurable, desirable and observable

Question 5

Explain the purpose of the NOC

Answer 5

1. To identify nurse-sensitive patient outcomes
2. The field test and validate the classification
3. The define and test measurement procedures

Question 6

Steps to evaluate the degree of success in achieving outcomes

Answer 6

1. Examine the outcome criteria
2. Evaluate the patients actual behavior
3. Compare the two
4. Judge the agreement between the two

Question 7

Discontinuing the care plan

Answer 7

Determine the expected outcomes and goals and meet with the patient to discuss if the outcomes have been met

Question 8

Modifying a care plan

Answer 8

Reassess
Redefine the diagnosis
Determine if the goals and outcomes are still appropriate
Evaluate the interventions ( the appropriateness and the correct application)