The RN is obtaining a health history and performing a physical assessment for a client who is admitted to the hospital with complaints of chest pain. What part of the nursing process does the LPN understand the RN is performing?
A) Planning
B) Implementation
C) Evaluation
D) Assessment
D
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Assessment is the careful observation and evaluation of a client's health status. The nurse collects information to determine abnormal function and risk factors that contribute to health problems as well as client strengths. Planning is establishing the outcomes and actions that will help achieve the overall goals. Implementation is putting the plan into action. Evaluation is determining the client's responses to the care provided.
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