Desired Resolutions

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Objective
- To identify the desired outcome for the patient, influenced by the technician’s intervention.
What to Include
The goals should be objective, descriptive, and/or measurable. They should describe what observable signs the patient exhibits as progress is made.
The patient’s desired resolution includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- vital signs within acceptable ranges
- a successful outcome for the specific condition
- changes in patient status
Avoid using terms such as “normal.” Instead, describe the patient, body part, or condition.
Example "Desired Resolutions"
Returning to the case of the mastitis cow, the following are examples of a desired resolution: