Patient Goal
Desired health or functional outcome identified as part of the patient's care plan.
Definition
A Patient Goal is a desired health or functional outcome identified as part of the patient's care plan.
Why it matters
Patient goals help guide interventions and provide a basis for evaluating progress.
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