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Care plan hints.

Abstract

Considering defining characteristics as symptoms of a nursing diagnosis can help one choose the most appropriate diagnosis of a patient. This article gives examples illustrating the use of defining characteristics. These examples help explain the relationship of the various components of the care plan and nursing process.

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A H Hutcherson. Care plan hints.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2736036/

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