Sample PES Statements (problem, etiology, signs and symptoms using some NCP terminology)
These statements are provided as examples only, and will not apply to all individuals:
- Increased sodium and fluid needs, due to alteration in gastrointestinal tract (decreased functional length of GI tract due to ileostomy), as evidenced by symptoms of dehydration.
- Inadequate oral intake, due to unsupported beliefs/attitudes about food, nutrition, and nutrition-related information, as evidenced by