Tanner's Noticing is best described as

• A. Similar to assessment, involving collection of data used to make effective judgments
• B. The same as diagnosing
• C. The same as planning
• D. The same as evaluating

Answer: (A)

Noticing in Tanner’s Clinical Judgment Model is about picking up meaningful cues from the patient and the care environment and collecting the data needed to understand the patient’s status. It mirrors the assessment process because both involve gathering information, observing patterns, and focusing on what matters for the patient’s health. This step sets the stage for interpretation, where the nurse analyzes the data to form clinical judgments. It’s not about diagnosing, planning, or evaluating—those come after data is gathered and interpreted. By paying attention to salient cues early, the nurse can detect subtle changes and prioritize actions.