In order to establish specific and realistic outcomes so that the client does not become frustrated in trying to achieve them, who should be involved in establishing these outcomes?
A) The client and family
B) The physician
C) The certified nursing assistant (CNA)
D) Case management
A
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The nurse includes the client and family in establishing outcomes. Outcomes are specific and realistic, so the client can attain them and not become frustrated, and measurable, so the nurse can reliably determine to what extent the client is meeting the goals. The physician, CNA, and case management do not play a role in the development of nursing outcomes.
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