A nurse is participating in time-management education. This week's assignment is to compile a list of personal goals
Which of these goals should the nurse include? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. "I will lose 10 pounds by Christmas."
2. "My family will have more fun."
3. "I will read for pleasure for 1 hour every day after work."
4. "I will not be late for work."
5. "We will save $200 monthly for the next 12 months for a car down payment."
1,3,5
Rationale 1: This is a measurable, time-defined goal.
Rationale 2: This is not a measurable goal and has no time component.
Rationale 3: Pleasure reading is a personal goal. This statement is measurable and has a time frame.
Rationale 4: Not being late for work is a job-related goal.
Rationale 5: Saving for a car down payment is a personal goal. This statement is measurable and has a time component.
Global Rationale:
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