Since the Nursing Process Is Cyclic Rather Than Linear, the Nurse

Multiple Choice

Since the nursing process is cyclic rather than linear, the nurse knows that as an individual patient's condition changes the nurse should anticipate what concept?

A) The nurse's thought processes do not have to vary.
B) Plans of care are easier to use and do not need modification.
C) The accuracy and effectiveness of thought processes must be considered.
D) Reflective thought is not necessary since issues tend to be repetitive.