When planning patient care,a goal can be described as which of the following?

A) A statement describing the patient's accomplishments without a time restriction.
B) A realistic statement predicting any negative responses to treatments.
C) A broad statement describing a desired change in patient behaviour.
D) An identified long-term nursing diagnosis.

Patient Care

The services rendered by health care professionals to maintain or improve a patient's health or to manage illness and injury.

Patient Behaviour

Refers to the actions, responses, and mannerisms of individuals receiving medical care or treatment, including adherence to treatment plans, lifestyle changes, and interaction with healthcare providers.

Nursing Diagnosis

A clinical judgment about individual, family, or community experiences/responses to actual or potential health problems/life processes, providing the basis for selecting nursing interventions.