What must be done to change the outcome status of a goal?

To change the outcome status of a goal, the most straightforward and effective method is to directly interact with the goal through the system interface, which allows for updates to be made quickly and efficiently. This involves selecting the specific goal within the patient’s care plan and altering its status according to the current evaluation of the patient's condition or treatment progress. This approach is in line with best practices in electronic health records management, where clinicians are empowered to make real-time updates to patient information as they assess changes in health status.

Other options may involve unnecessary steps or delays in updating the care plan. For example, notifying the head nurse or requesting approval from administration could slow down the process, which is not conducive to patient care. Changing the patient’s treatment plan may also not be essential solely to update the goal's outcome status, as it might involve more complex decision-making that doesn't directly pertain to the specific goal's evaluation. Thus, directly clicking on the goal to change its status is the most efficient and appropriate action.