(ĕ-val‵ū-ā'shŏn )

[Fr évaluation ]

1. A rating or assessment, e.g., of the accuracy of a diagnosis, the effectiveness of a plan of care, or the quality of care.
2. An appraisal of the health or status of an individual, based on specific criteria.
3. A clinical judgment.

   SEE: nursing assessment; nursing intervention; nursing process; planning; problem-oriented medical record.