NANDA Definition: Absence or deficiency of cognitive information related to a specific topic
Defining Characteristics: Verbalization of the problem; inaccurate follow-through of instruction; inaccurate performance of test; inappropriate or exaggerated behaviors (e.g., hysterical, hostile, agitated, apathetic)
Related Factors:
NOC Outcomes (Nursing Outcomes Classification)
Suggested NOC Labels
Suggested NIC Labels
Nursing Diagnosis Nursing Care Plan Deficient Knowledge
Defining Characteristics: Verbalization of the problem; inaccurate follow-through of instruction; inaccurate performance of test; 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 Outcomes (Nursing Outcomes Classification)
Suggested NOC Labels
- Knowledge of: Diet
- Disease Process
- Energy Conservation
- Health Behaviors
- Health Resources
- Infection Control
- Medication
- Personal Safety
- Prescribed Activity
- Substance Use Control
- Treatment Procedures
- Treatment Regimen
Suggested NIC Labels
- Teaching: Disease Process
- Teaching: Individual
- Teaching: Infant Care
- Explains disease state, recognizes need for medications, understands treatments
- Explains how to incorporate new health regimen into lifestyle
- States an ability to deal with health situation and remain in control of life
- Demonstrates how to perform procedures satisfactorily
- Lists resources that can be used for more information or support after discharge.
