True or False? A Care Plan problem is the same as a medical diagnosis on the Problem List.

A Care Plan problem refers to an issue identified for patient care that focuses on the well-being and needs of the patient, which may include physical, emotional, social, or environmental factors. This type of problem typically addresses the interventions and goals to support the patient's recovery or management of their health.

On the other hand, a medical diagnosis listed on the Problem List is specifically related to a recognized health condition or disease that has been identified by a healthcare professional. This diagnosis is typically rooted in clinical criteria and diagnostic evaluations aimed at understanding the patient’s medical status.

Therefore, while the two concepts may overlap—specifically when a care plan problem is derived from a medical diagnosis—they are distinct in their purposes and functions within a patient's care framework. A Care Plan problem is broader and may not solely rely on medical diagnoses; it encompasses various aspects of patient health and goals for treatment. Thus, affirming that they are the same would be misleading.