The nurse has a thorough understanding of the planning phase of the nursing process when stating:
a. "Patients should be included in the planning process."
b. "Patient families should not interfere in the planning process."
c. "The planning process should focus on short-term goals only."
d. "Planning is the first phase of the nursing process."
ANS: A
Planning is the third step of the nursing process. During the planning phase, the professional nurse prioritizes the patient's nursing diagnoses, determines short- and long-term goals, identifies outcome indicators, and lists nursing interventions for patient-centered care. Patients should be included in the planning process. Involving patients in planning their care helps them to (1) be aware of identified needs, (2) accept realistic and measurable goals, and (3) embrace interventions to best achieve the mutually agreed-on goals. Inclusion of patients in the planning process tends to improve goal attainment and patient cooperation with interventions. By accepting guidance and input from patients during the planning process, the nurse provides them with a greater sense of empowerment and control. Depending on the patient's condition or circumstances, it may be advantageous to include members of the patient's support system (i.e., family, friends, and caregivers) in the planning phase.
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