A well-written, client-centered goal will have a subject, verb, criteria for measurement, and a specified time dimension. Which of the following best describes the selection of a verb?

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The verb describes the action desired of the client to achieve the desired outcome. For example, a client-centered goal stating the client will report flossing 1 time a day by 4/2 uses the action verb report. The criterion for measurement is described as the desired observable behavior of outcome. The desired observable behavior for the aforementioned client goal is flossing 1 time a day. The subject or who is responsible for performing the action is the client or caregiver of the client. A time dimension for when the goal or desired outcome will be achieved determines when the goal will be evaluated. The target time may be a specific date or indicated by next recare, next appointment, or end of treatment.

A Well-Written, Client-Centered Goal Will Have a Subject, Verb, Criteria