Nursing Diagnosis Knowledge Deficit : Definition, Outcomes and Interventions

Knowledge Deficit Definition: Absence or deficiency of cognitive information related to a specific topic. Defining Characteristics: verbalization of the problem, inaccurate follow-through instructions, inaccurate performance of tests, inappropriate or exaggerated behaviors (e.g., hysterical, hostile, agitated, apathetic) Related Factors: lack of exposure, lack of recall, information misinterpretation, cognitive limitation, lack of interest in learning, unfamiliarity with information resources NOC: Kowlwdge: disease process Kowledge: Health behavior Expected Outcomes: Patients and families agree on diseases, conditions, prognosis and treatment programs Patients and families are able to perform the correct procedure Patients and families are able to explain what the nurse or other health team explains NIC: Teaching: Disease Process Give about the level of patient knowledge about the specific disease process. Explain the pathophysiology of the disease and how it relates to an...