A nurse examines whether patient interventions have been appropriate and expected outcomes have been met. The nurse is demonstrating which step in the nursing process?
a. Assessment
b. Planning
c. Implementation
d. Evaluation
ANS: D
A nurse evaluates the effectiveness of interventions based on the patient's ability to meet established goals and outcomes.
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