A client who was in the hospital with influenza is being seen in the physician's office for follow-up care. The nurse concludes that desired outcomes have been met when the client tells the nurse which of the following?
1. "I slept the whole night without coughing.".
2. "I was able to take a walk today.".
3. "I went back to work.".
4. "I'm eating healthy foods now.".
1. "I slept the whole night without coughing.".
Rationale:
Clients with influenza are at risk for disturbed sleep patterns due to coughing, and that can delay improvement. The client who is sleeping at night has recovered and is getting appropriate sleep time. Outcomes for those with the flu do not usually include walking, going to work, or eating a healthy diet. These would be included in a wellness plan of care.
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