Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing The Art and Science of Nursing Care

242 UNIT VII PROMOTING HEALTHY PHYSIOLOGIC RESPONSES

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Health Problem (Title)

Related to

Etiology (Related Factors)

As Manifested by

Signs and Symptoms

(Defining Characteristics)

Expected Outcome*

Nursing Interventions**

Evaluative Statement

NURSING PROCESS WORKSHEET

*More than one patient goal may be appropriate. For the purposes of this exercise, develop the one patient

goal that demonstrates a direct resolution of the patient problem identified in the nursing diagnosis.

**Be sure you are able to list the scientific rationale for each nursing intervention you ordered.

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