The nurse is preparing a care plan for client with the nursing diagnosis of Ineffective Coping. The client has had a mastectomy and refuses to participate in the care of the surgical site. What would be an appropriate initial goal for the client?
A) The client will look at the surgical site in a mirror within 2 days.
B) The client will assist with the dressing change.
C) The nurse will change the dressing while the client is hospitalized.
D) The nurse will take a picture of the site to allow the client to view it when she wishes.
Ans: A
Feedback:
Goals are client focused and must have a time frame. The client looking at the surgical site in the mirror within 2 days is a proper short-term goal.
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