Which of the following is a correctly written client goal? Select all that apply
A) The client will identify five low-sodium foods by October 9.
B) The client will know the signs and symptoms of infection.
C) The client will rate pain as a 3 or less on a 10-point scale by 5 pm today.
D) The client will understand the side effects of digoxin (Lanoxin).
E) The client will eat at least 75% of all meals by May 5.
Ans: A, C, E
Outcomes are client-centered, use action verbs, identify measurable criteria, and include a time frame as to when the outcome should be achieved. A correctly written outcome will identify who (the client) will do what (eat), how well (75%) under what circumstances (not always included), and by when (May 5). Understand and know are vague and are not action-oriented.
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