Author Question: Which of the following is true of measurability within the context of the nursing diagnosis? a. ... (Read 41 times)

dejastew · **on:** Jul 17, 2018

Which of the following is true of measurability within the context of the nursing diagnosis?

a. The outcome can be consistently evaluated.
b. Measurability establishes the outcome priority.
c. Measurability is the manner in which data is collected.
d. Measurability is the amount of pain medication a patient receives.

Question 2

Which of the following is not a method of data collection in the assessment phase of the nursing process?

a. Observation
b. Physical assessment
c. Interviewing
d. Care plan

joanwhite · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 17, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
Measurability provides the means to consistently evaluate outcomes. The outcome priority, Op-tion b, would be determined in the diagnosis phase. Options c and d are not true.

Answer to Question 2

D
Methods of data collection include observation, physical assessment, and interviewing. Option d is not a method of data collection in the assessment phase of the nursing process.