Which of the following goals best shows that the nurse understands the concept of a cli-ent-centered goal?

1. Client will consume at least 75% of each meal served.
2. ADLs will be completed before breakfast is served.
3. Pain will be managed so as to be rated at 3 or less out of 10.
4. Client will be transported to physical therapy by 9 AM daily.


ANS: 1
Client will consume at least 75% of each meal served is correct. Outcomes and goals reflect the client's behavior and responses expected as a result of nursing interventions. Write a goal to re-flect client behavior, not to reflect your goals or interventions. The other options are nurs-ing-centered.

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