The nurse identifies that the nursing process is an attempt to meet patient needs, including which concept?
A) Nursing process is linear in nature.
B) Nursing process is dynamic and cyclic.
C) Nursing process requires occasional care plan re-evaluation.
D) Nursing process does not allow care plan modification.

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The nursing process is ongoing in an attempt to meet patient needs. The nursing process is not linear in nature but is dynamic and cyclic, constantly adapting to a patient's health status. Care plan modifications may be necessitated due to deterioration or improvement of a patient's condition. The Joint Commission requires patient care plans to be evaluated on a continual basis.

The Nurse Identifies That the Nursing Process Is an Attempt