Nursing Process: Assessment, Diagnosis and Care Planning
The nursing process is the step-by-step method nurses use to plan and deliver care: assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation. It gives nursing care structure, consistency and a clear link between patient needs and nursing actions.
At Nursing Science 2027, research on the nursing process is presented mainly in the nursing practice and patient care session. Nurses and educators share tools and studies that make each step more accurate and effective.
Key Topics in the Nursing Process
- Nursing assessment and patient assessment tools
- Nursing diagnosis and classification systems
- Individualised nursing care plans
- Nursing interventions and outcomes
- Nursing evaluation and reassessment
- Standardised nursing languages
- Risk assessment tools in nursing
- Teaching the nursing process
- Documentation of nursing care
- The nursing process in different specialties
Recent Advances in the Nursing Process
Electronic care plans and standardised nursing terminologies within EHRs and nursing informatics are making nursing work more visible and measurable. Linking interventions to outcome data helps show which nursing actions make the biggest difference.
Structured assessment is especially vital for unstable patients, a focus in acute care, critical care and emergency nursing. Care plans are also being updated to reflect the latest evidence based nursing guidelines.
Who Should Attend
- Clinical and ward nurses
- Nurse educators and clinical instructors
- Nursing students
- Nurse informaticians
- Nursing documentation leads
- Researchers in nursing classification systems
Why Present Your Nursing Process Research
Nursing Science 2027 gives you an international audience for research on nursing assessment and care planning. You can compare classification systems across countries and connect with colleagues in nursing education and research who teach these skills.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I present a case study using the nursing process?
Yes. Case studies that show each step clearly are welcome, especially from students.
Are nursing assessment tool studies accepted?
Yes. Development and validation of assessment tools is welcome.
When is Nursing Science 2027?
Nursing Science 2027 runs from 17 to 19 May 2027 in London, UK.