When planning patient care, a goal can be described as
a. A statement describing the patient's accomplishments without a time restriction.
b. A realistic statement predicting any negative responses to treatments.
c. A broad statement describing a desired change in patient behavior.
d. An identified long-term nursing diagnosis.
C
A goal is a broad statement that describes a desired change in a patient's condition or behavior. A goal is mutually set with the patient and is time-limited, patient-centered, measurable, and realistic.
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