The nurse is planning care for a patient with hypertension and obesity. Which of the following is a reasonable and measurable outcome for the nursing diagnosis of noncompliance with treatment regimen related to side effects of medications?
a. The patient will state two lifestyle modifications for weight management by (date certain).
b. The patient will be compliant with the treatment regimen by (date certain).
c. The patient will understand the disease process by (date certain).
d. The patient's blood pressure will never increase.
ANS: A
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