The nurse is planning care for a newly admitted patient with mental illness. According to the nursing process, what is the nurse's next action, after formulating the patient's nursing diagnosis?

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2. Once the nurse has formulated the patient's nursing diagnosis, the nurse will identify problems and their priority in care. This occurs during the planning phase of the nursing process. Assessment occurs prior to diagnosis. Implementation and evaluation occur after planning.

The Nurse Is Planning Care for a Newly Admitted Patient