Multiple Choice
A nurse assesses a patient using the Barthel Index and scores the patient as a 98.What inference does the nurse draw from this assessment?
A) The patient is nearly dependent in all areas measured.
B) The patient is able to live independently.
C) The patient is close to independent in the areas measured.
D) The patient's cognitive status impaired the assessment.
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