Which model does the nurse employ while working in the role of health promoter?
1. Nursing process
2. Medical model
3. Scientific method
4. Problem-solving model
Correct Answer: 1
The nurse's practice is always based upon nursing process. Although some aspects of the other options may be considered in care planning, the model for nursing care is nursing process.
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