The fourth step of the nursing process is
a. outcome identifica-tion c. nursing diagnosis
b. implementation d. evaluation
B
Implementation is the fourth step of the nursing process and involves the execution of the nursing plan of care formulated during the planning phase of the nursing process.
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How many milliliters would the nurse administer with each dose? __________ Fill in the blank(s) with correct word