Which of the following statements best reflects a goal based on a ...

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Which of the following statements best reflects a goal based on a clinical standard of practice?
 
  1. Client will lose 10 pounds in 90 days.
  2. Client will walk 30 feet with minimal assistance.
  3. Client's peripheral intravenous site will be free of redness.
  4. Client's chronic pain will be managed with oral medication by discharge.

Question 2

The primary purpose of the nursing evaluation process is to:
 
  1. Determine the effectiveness of the nursing care provided
  2. Identify interventions that are ineffective in achieving client goals
  3. Establish the progress the client is making towards health and wellness
  4. Critique the nurse's ability to implement appropriate nursing interventions

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: 3
Goals often are also based on standards of care or guidelines established for minimal safe prac-tice. Prevention of acquired infection is a standard of practice; the remaining options reflect cli-ent-specific goals.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 1
The evaluation process determines the effectiveness of nursing care. The remaining options are all examples of evaluation but do not reflect the primary purpose of nursing evaluation.