NANDA-I
Medical abbreviation · Nursing
| Stands for | NANDA International |
|---|---|
| Categories | Medical |
NANDA-I stands for NANDA International, a nursing abbreviation.
Organization that develops and publishes the standardized list of nursing diagnoses, such as "Risk for falls" or "Impaired gas exchange", used in care plans worldwide. Its taxonomy is revised regularly and translated into many languages.
Example: NANDA-I diagnosis: Impaired skin integrity related to immobility as evidenced by stage 2 PI.
Usage notes
Originally the North American Nursing Diagnosis Association, founded in 1982 after conferences that began in 1973; it took the name NANDA International in 2002. A full diagnosis states the problem, its related factors and defining characteristics. NANDA-I, NIC and NOC are often linked together as NNN.
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This entry is for general education and is not medical advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.