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JMatthes · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The nurse follows which of the following guidelines for writing expected outcomes? Standard Text: Select all that apply.

1. Ensure that the expected outcomes are compatible with therapies of other professionals.
2. Combining goals with multiple nursing diagnoses saves time.
3. Avoid statements that start with permit or enable.
4. Use observable, measurable terms.
5. Determine goals based on nurses' values and client health concerns.

Question 2

Nursing codes of ethics have several purposes, including: Standard Text: Select all that apply.

1. Informing the public about minimum standards that acceptable for nursing conduct.
2. Outlining the major ethical considerations of the profession.
3. General guidelines for nurses to follow regarding professional behavior.
4. Mandating regulation.
5. Providing a sign of the profession's commitment to itself.

nixon_s · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

1,3,4
Rationale 1: The nurse needs to determine that another professional has not prescribed therapies that are opposite from the nursing outcomes.

Answer to Question 2

1,2,3
Rationale 1: A nursing code of ethics helps the public understand minimum standards for professional conduct.