Explain the purpose of the evaluation phase and how it may lead to revision of the care plan.

Explain the purpose of the evaluation phase and how it may lead to revision of the care plan.

• A. To finalize the plan and avoid changes.
• B. To document only completed goals.
• C. To assess progress toward goals; if unmet or partially met, revise goals, interventions, or timelines based on data and patient response.
• D. To assign blame if goals are not met.

Answer: (C)