Which activity does the nurse engage in during evaluation? Select all that apply
A) Collect data to determine whether desired outcomes are met.
B) Assess the effectiveness of planned strategies.
C) Adjust the time frame to achieve the desired outcomes.
D) Involve the client and family in formulating desired outcomes.
E) Initiate activities to achieve the desired outcomes.
Ans: A, B, C
The nurse establishes desired outcomes with the client and family during the outcome identification and planning stage. The nurse initiates activities to achieve the desired outcomes during the implementation stage. During the evaluation stage, the nurse collects data to determine whether desired outcomes are met, assesses the effectiveness of planned strategies, and adjusts the time frame to achieve the desired outcomes.
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