Which of the following data are not assessed by the nurse in the assessment phase of the nursing process?
a. Objective data
b. Subjective data
c. Outcomes
d. Health history
C
During the assessment phase, the nurse gathers objective and subjective data, as well as health history. Outcomes are not measured during this phase.
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