Which statement about the nursing process is accurate?
1. Generally, goals are more measurable than outcomes.
2. Goals involve very specific criteria that evaluate interventions.
3. Obtaining the outcomes is essential for goal attainment.
4. After selecting the nursing diagnosis, interventions are completed.
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale: Outcomes are specific, measurable criteria that are used to measure goal attainment. The planning phase (including outcomes and goals) follows nursing diagnosis. Goals are more general than specific.
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