Nurses use a systematic approach to make clinical decisions, often following these steps:
Assessment: Gathering comprehensive patient data through observation, interviews, physical exams, and diagnostic tests. Diagnosis: Analyzing the assessment data to identify the patient's health problems and needs. Planning: Developing a care plan with specific, measurable goals and interventions to address the identified problems. Implementation: Executing the care plan by performing the planned interventions. Evaluation: Assessing the effectiveness of the interventions and making necessary adjustments to the care plan.
