Which of the following statements accurately describes the impact on nursing of using NIC/NOC standardized languages? Select all that apply
A) They demonstrate the impact that nurses have on the system of health care delivery.
B) They standardize and define the knowledge base for nursing curricula and practice.
C) They limit the number of appropriate nursing interventions to be selected.
D) They hinder the teaching of clinical decision making to novice nurses.
E) They enable researchers to examine the effectiveness and cost of nursing care.
Ans: A, B, E
Using NIC/NOC standardized language demonstrates the impact that nurses have on the system of health care delivery; standardizes and defines the knowledge base for nursing curricula and practice; facilitates the selection of appropriate nursing interventions; facilitates the teaching of clinical decision making to novice nurses; enables researchers to examine the effectiveness and cost of nursing care; assists educators to develop curricula that better articulate with clinical practice; assists administrators in planning more effectively for staff and equipment needs; promotes the development and use of nursing information systems; and communicates the nature of nursing to the public.
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