Nursing process

The nursing process uses clinical judgement to strike a balance of epistemology between personal interpretation and research evidence in which critical thinking may play a part to categorize the clients issue and course of action.

[6] Some authors refer to a mind map or abductive reasoning as a potential alternative strategy for organizing care.

It is vital that a recognized nursing assessment framework is used in practice to identify the patient's* problems, risks and outcomes for enhancing health.

For accurate determination of nursing diagnoses, a useful, evidence-based assessment framework is best practice.

In agreement with the client, the nurse addresses each of the problems identified in the diagnosing phase.

If progress towards the goal is slow, or if regression has occurred, the nurse must change the plan of care accordingly.

The nursing process not only focuses on ways to improve physical needs, but also on social and emotional needs as well.

[11] The entire process is recorded or documented in order to inform all members of the health care team.