Identify the outcome that would be appropriate to include in the nursing care plan of a patient who has undergone total knee replacement.

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"The patient will transfer from the bed to a chair with the assistance of a walker and one staff member by the third postoperative day" contains the elements necessary for a well-written outcome. It is patient centered, realistic, measurable, and time referenced. "The patient will be stronger by (date)" is not measurable. The remaining options are nurse centered.

Identify the Outcome That Would Be Appropriate to Include in the Nursing