A Nurse Is Caring for a 78-Year-Old Patient with a History

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a 78-year-old patient with a history of osteoarthritis (OA) . When planning the patients care, what goal should the nurse include?

A) The patient will express satisfaction with her ability to perform ADLs.
B) The patient will recover from OA within 6 months.
C) The patient will adhere to the prescribed plan of care.
D) The patient will deny signs or symptoms of OA.