The Nurse Is Caring for an Older Adult Patient Who

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for an older adult patient who is receiving rehabilitation following an ischemic stroke. A review of the patients electronic health record reveals that the patient usually defers her selfcare to family members or members of the care team. What should the nurse include as an initial goal when planning this patients subsequent care?

A) The patient will demonstrate independent self-care.
B) The patients family will collaboratively manage the patients care.
C) The nurse will delegate the patients care to a nursing assistant.
D) The patient will participate in a life skills program.