THE NURSING PROCESS IN

ACTION

DEFINITION
A systematic, rational method of
planning and providing nursing care.

Is cyclical, its components follow a

logical sequence.
THE NURSING PROCESS IN
ACTION
PURPOSE
 to identify a client’s health care status,

 to identify actual or potential health problems,

 to establish plans to meet the identified needs,

 to deliver specific nursing interventions to

address those needs.
Assessment
• Subjective and Objective Data

Planning
• Patient care objectives

Implementation
• Nursing actions

Evaluation
• Statement or supporting text