To evaluate an expected outcome, the outcome must be reasonable and:
a. easy.
b. proven.
c. measurable.
d. functional.
C
To be evaluated, an expected outcome must be reasonable and measurable. Options a, b, and d are incorrect.
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1. Infection 2. Necrosis 3. Osteomyelitis 4. Deep tissue injury 5. Maceration
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1. Crying 2. Exercising 3. Reading 4. Sleeping