The nurse caring for a patient with a mental illness completes an assessment and formulates nursing diagnoses. What is the purpose of the next phase of the nursing process?
1. Evaluating stated outcomes
2. Establishing measurable goals
3. Implementing measurable interventions
4. Assessing mental status compared to nursing assessment
2. Establishing measurable goals
Explanation:
The next phase of the nursing process is the planning phase. During this phase, the nurse establishes measurable goals and outcomes in order to plan for appropriate interventions. The mental status assessment occurs during, not after, the nursing assessment. Implementation and evaluation occur after the planning phase.
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