Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
When evaluating the effectiveness of a client's nursing care, the nurse first reviews the expected outcomes identified in the plan of care. Which action should the nurse take next?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The evaluation process involves comparing assessed client data with the expected outcomes to determine if the goals were met. This is the essential step after reviewing the planned outcomes. Determining realism and reviewing standards are part of the overall evaluation but come after data collection. Modifying interventions is done after evaluation if the goals were not met.