Positive patient outcomes are the ultimate goal of nurse–patient interactions, regardless of the particular setting. Which of the following factors has the most direct influence on positive patient-care outcomes?
A) Patient's age
B) Patient's ethnic heritage
C) Health education
D) Outcome evaluation
Ans: C
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Health education is an influential factor directly related to positive patient-care outcomes. The other options are incorrect because ethnicity, the patient's age, and outcome evaluation are less influential factors related to positive patient-care outcomes, though each factor should be considered when planning care.
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