A nurse identifies outcomes of care for the hospitalized, postoperative client primarily to:
A) document nursing practice.
B) evaluate nursing interventions.
C) focus on health promotion.
D) provide individualized care.
Ans: D
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Outcome identification also promotes participation, provides care plans that are realistic and measurable, and allows for involvement of support people.
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