Which of the following statements made by a new nursing graduate best reflects an understanding of expected outcomes?

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"They are measurable criteria by which I can evaluation whether a goal has been achieved." It is necessary to use expected outcomes or measurable criteria to evaluate goal achievement.Although outcomes are directed at times toward the alteration of client behavior,"They are statements of how the client's behavior should change." is not the best option provided to reflect an understanding of the term."It gives the client something positive to strive towards" and "They provide the client with suggestions on how to achieve their long and short term goals" are incorrect as outcomes are nursing-oriented,not client-oriented.

Which of the Following Statements Made by a New Nursing