After identifying a nursing diagnosis of “Ineffective Airway…
After identifying a nursing diagnosis of “Ineffective Airway Clearance,” the nurse develops a care plan with specific goals. What is the primary purpose of the planning phase in the nursing process? A) To identify the patient’s health problemsB) To establish measurable and achievable patient outcomesC) To implement nursing interventionsD) To evaluate the effectiveness of care provided
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A nurse is educating a patient who has been on bed rest for an extended period about the importance of mobility. What is the primary purpose of encouraging mobility in this patient? A) To improve muscle strength and enduranceB) To promote social interaction with healthcare staffC) To facilitate the administration of medicationsD) To maintain skin integrity and prevent pressure injuries
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A nurse is conducting an initial assessment of a patient admitted with chest pain. Which phase of the nursing process is the nurse primarily engaged in during this assessment? A) DiagnosisB) PlanningC) ImplementationD) Assessment
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A patient receiving IV fluids is exhibiting signs of fluid overload. Which assessment finding would the nurse expect to observe? A) Dry mucous membranesB) Increased urine outputC) Edema and crackles in the lungsD) Weight loss
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