By Sue Moorhead RN PhD FAAN, Elizabeth Swanson RN PhD, Marion Johnson RN PhD

In the field of nursing, providing high-quality care and achieving positive patient outcomes are of the utmost importance. However, to ensure consistent and effective care, standardized measurement and evaluation of nursing interventions are essential. That’s where Nursing Outcomes Classification (NOC), 7th Edition comes in. This comprehensive resource offers standardized terminology and criteria for measuring and evaluating outcomes across all care settings and patient populations.

Written by a team of expert authors led by Sue Moorhead, this latest edition of NOC is a valuable tool for healthcare professionals looking to enhance their care delivery and documentation. With a total of 612 research-based nursing outcome labels, including 82 new ones, this book provides clinicians with clinically useful language to facilitate treatment and evaluate patient outcomes.

One of the key features of NOC is the inclusion of specific indicators, making it easier for healthcare professionals to evaluate and rate patients in relation to outcome achievement. By utilizing the standardized outcomes and indicators provided in this book, healthcare providers can ensure that their care aligns with evidence-based practices and ultimately improves patient outcomes.

Furthermore, this edition of NOC includes core outcomes for an expanded list of nursing specialties, allowing nurses from different areas of practice to benefit from standardized measurement. The book also explores the linkages between knowledge-focused outcomes and behavioral outcomes, enhancing the overall understanding of nursing care and its impact on patient well-being.

What sets this edition of NOC apart is the addition of 82 new outcomes, providing healthcare professionals with even more options to define and measure patient outcomes. Additionally, 402 existing outcomes have been reviewed and revised based on the latest research, ensuring that the content of the book remains up to date and aligned with current best practices.

For those interested in further resources and support, this edition of NOC includes a new section focused on research, implementation, and educational strategies. This valuable addition aids healthcare professionals in implementing NOC in their own practice, further enhancing the quality and consistency of care provided.

In terms of the book’s structure, each outcome is presented with a label name, code, definition, set of indicators with codes, five-point Likert measurement scales, publication facts lines, and selected references. This thorough presentation of outcomes allows healthcare professionals to easily understand and apply the information to their own practice.

As for the taxonomic structure of NOC, the 7th edition has undergone revisions to include two new classes and expanded family and community outcomes. This updated taxonomy ensures that the book remains comprehensive and encompasses all dimensions of nursing care and patient outcomes.

With its wealth of research-based outcomes, standardized terminology, and comprehensive coverage, Nursing Outcomes Classification (NOC), 7th Edition is an essential resource for healthcare professionals across various care settings and specialties. Whether you are a nurse looking to improve your practice or a healthcare administrator seeking to optimize billing, recordkeeping, and cost containment, this book offers valuable insights and guidance.

By incorporating the standardized outcomes and indicators provided in NOC, healthcare professionals can enhance the measurement and evaluation of their care, leading to improved patient outcomes. Investing in this resource not only benefits individual healthcare providers but also contributes to the overall advancement of the nursing profession.

Order your copy of Nursing Outcomes Classification (NOC), 7th Edition today and take the next step towards delivering high-quality, evidence-based care that leads to positive patient outcomes!

Product Details

• Publisher: Elsevier; 7th edition (June 15, 2023)
• Language: English
• Publication Date: June 15, 2023
• Format: eBook Digital
• Pages: 888
• ISBN-10: 0323882528
• ISBN-13: 978-0323882521