Methods for establishing the accuracy of clinical indicators in predicting nursing diagnoses

Purpose: To describe the methodological stages in determining the accuracy of clinical indicators in identifying nursing diagnoses.

Data sources: Literature review of diagnostic tests.

Data synthesis: The methodological stages described include concept analysis, content analysis by experts, and accuracy analysis of clinical indicators.

Conclusions: The theory underlying the development of diagnostic tests can be used to evaluate the accuracy of clinical indicators in identifying nursing diagnoses.

Implications for nursing practice: Knowledge of the accuracy characteristics of clinical indicators allows the identification and discrimination of the most suitable nursing diagnoses.