Which of the following is the best example of an appropriate patient-centered nursing goal?
Explanation
•A patient-centered nursing goal needs to be SMART (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Reasonable, and Time-oriented).
Incorrect options:
•'Walking around the hospital' is not specific enough or measurable (how far, when?).
•'Eating a sufficient amount of food' is not specific enough.
•'Self-administering IV medications' is not appropriate or attainable.