A nurse develops a nursing diagnosis for a patient.What is the rationale for the nurse's actions?
A) It allows a nurse to compete with physicians or health care providers.
B) It allows a nurse to develop an individualized plan of care.
C) It allows a nurse to treat nursing problems and medical problems.
D) It allows a nurse to manage patient care for the entire health team.

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The diagnostic process results in the formation of a total diagnostic statement that allows a nurse to develop an appropriate,patient-centered plan of care.A nursing diagnosis provides direction for nursing,not for medical problems or for the entire health team.It is not used to compete with physicians or health care providers.

A Nurse Develops a Nursing Diagnosis for a Patient