During the evaluation stage of the critical thinking model applied to a patient coping with stress, the nurse will
a. Select nursing interventions to promote the patient's adaptation to stress.
b. Establish short- and long-term goals with the patient experiencing stress.
c. Identify stress management interventions for achieving expected outcomes.
d. Reassess patient's stress-related symptoms and compare with expected outcomes.
ANS: D
During the evaluation stage, the nurse compares current stress-related symptoms against established measurable outcomes to evaluate the effectiveness of the intervention. Selecting appropriate interventions and establishing goals are part of the planning process.
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