During the evaluation phase of the nursing process, which of the following would the nurse perform? Select all that apply
A) Independent nursing actions
B) Collection of objective data
C) Collection of subjective data
D) Initial assessment
E) Ongoing assessment
Ans: B, C, E
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Evaluation is a decision-making process that involves determining the effectiveness of the nursing interventions in meeting the expected outcomes. To determine if the outcomes have been accomplished, the nurse collects additional data, both subjective and objective, through an ongoing assessment. An initial assessment is completed when the nurse first meets the patient. Independent nursing actions are completed during the implementation phase of the nursing process.
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