Patients should be included in the planning process. Involving patients in planning their care helps them to: (Select all that apply.)
A) be aware of identified needs.
B) accept that not all goals are measurable.
C) embrace mutually agreed-on goals.
D) feel a sense of empowerment.
E) overcome unrealistic goals.

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Patients should be included in the planning process. Involving patients in planning their care helps them to (1) be aware of identified needs, (2) accept realistic and measurable goals, and (3) embrace interventions to best achieve the mutually agreed-on goals. Inclusion of patients in the planning process tends to improve goal attainment and patient cooperation with interventions. By accepting guidance and input from patients during the planning process, the nurse provides them with a greater sense of empowerment and control.

Patients Should Be Included in the Planning Process