A patient begins a new program to assist with building social skills. In which part of the plan of care should a nurse record the item "Encourage patient to attend one psychoeducational group daily"?
a. Assessment
b. Analysis
c. Planning
d. Implementation
e. Evaluation
ANS: D
Interventions are the nursing prescriptions to achieve the outcomes. Interventions should be specific.
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