A client is rehabilitating from a fractured right leg. She is learning to walk on crutches. Together, the client and the nurse have established a plan for the client to walk with a three-point gait for 20 feet by the next day
In outcome identification, what is this termed?
A) Establishing a client goal
B) Evaluation of crutch training
C) Collaboration with physical therapy
D) Implementation of crutch walking
Ans: A
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The activity in outcome identification is the establishment of client goals and outcome criteria.
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