The Nursing Interventions Classification (NIC) first published in 1992 consists of:
a. a list of general nursing interventions
b. a listing of specific nursing interventions for specific diseases
c. four categories of nursing interventions
d. those interventions done only by nurses for specific diseases
A
The Nursing Interventions Classification (NIC) consists of a list of general nursing interventions. Interventions are not directed at any specific diseases but are applicable to all patient conditions.
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