Plan of Care

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Plan of Care

Nursing diagnoses --> patient problem diagnoses

goals or outcomes

evaluations

includes contributions from other disciplines

reduces risk for incomplete, incorrect or inaccurate care

coordinates nursing care - promoting continuity of care and listing outcome criteria used in evaluation phase

enhances continuity of care

includes long term needs with discharge planning

rationale - book title, page number, proof of why, evidenced-based

Strategies for effective care planning

nurse assumes responsibility for coordination of care

coordinates participation of other health care team members

critically thinks

uses strategies: clear communication and effective planning

finalizes a stable framework for optimal care individualized for patient

NIC Taxonomy