Which of the following statements regarding short-term goals is ...

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Which of the following statements regarding short-term goals is accurate?
 
  a. Short-term goals are broad rather than specific.
  b. Short-term goals can be accomplished within days or hours.
  c. Short-term goals must be accomplished while the patient is hospitalized.
  d. Short-term goals are less realistic than long-term goals.

Question 2

The patient's problem has been identified as insufficient intake of oral fluids. The best outcome statement is:
 
  a. The patient will ingest 1500 ml of oral fluids during each 24-hour period.
  b. The patient will request fluids when thirsty.
  c. The nurse will encourage fluid intake by the patient.
  d. The nurse will provide the patient with 100 ml of fluid hourly.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Short-term goals can usually be accomplished within hours or days, whereas long-term goals may take weeks.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
An outcome may be attained by stating the problem in positive terms. It is always a statement of what the patient will do. Stating that the patient will request fluids when thirsty may not result in the desired intake. The remaining options are nurse centered.