The nursing student has learned the principles of determining and recording intake and output. When the student cares for a patient who has had a liquid breakfast and has voided twice and vomited once, the student documents intake and output in the patient's chart using the cognitive level known as
A) knowledge.
B) comprehension.
C) application.
D) analysis.

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Knowledge refers to recalling memorized information. Comprehension refers to repeating information in one's own words or identifying an example. Analysis refers to breaking down complex information and relating the parts to the whole picture. Application calls for being able to use learned material in new situations. Because the student documents the intake and output, he is using information learned.

The Nursing Student Has Learned the Principles of Determining and Recording