Which essential elements should be considered by the nurse who is planning to implement Wagner's Chronic Care Model (CCM)? Select all that apply
a. Clinical information systems
b. Evidence-based change
c. Self-management support
d. Community
A, C, D
The essential elements of CCM are: the community, the health system, self-management support, delivery system design, decision support, and clinical information systems. Evidence-based change concepts are found under each of the essential elements and help to foster productive in-teractions between clients and providers.
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