The nurse is assessing a client who has been exposed to an environmental contaminant. The nurse considers the question, "Has the exposure pathway been interrupted?" In which phase of the nursing process should the nurse prioritize this question?

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This question is prioritized in the Evaluation phase of the nursing process. During this phase, the nurse assesses the effectiveness of interventions, including whether the exposure pathway to the environmental contaminant has been successfully interrupted, indicating the need for further action or adjustment of the care plan.

The Nurse Is Assessing a Client Who Has Been Exposed