Author Question: Which of the following characteristics are considered guidelines for the writing of appropriate ... (Read 76 times)

armygirl · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

Which of the following characteristics are considered guidelines for the writing of appropriate goals and outcomes? (Select all that apply.)

1. Singular
2. Realistic
3. Practical
4. Observable
5. Measurable
6. Meaningful

Question 2

The nurse is working with postoperative clients on a surgical unit. One aspect of care is manipula-tion of the client's environment. This involves the nurse:

1. Repositioning the client q2h
2. Removing clutter from the client's room
3. Delegating ambulation of clients to the nursing assistant
4. Providing pain medication to the client before a dressing change

Benayers · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: 1, 2, 4, 5
There are seven guidelines for writing goals and expected outcomes. The guidelines are cli-ent-centered, singular, observable, measurable, time-limited, mutual, and realistic. Practical and meaningful are not recognized characteristics

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 2
Making rooms free of clutter is an example of manipulating the environment to create safe sur-roundings. The remaining options are examples of the organization of care and personnel.