The client being transferred to a rehabilitation center following hospitalization for surgical repair of a fractured hip is portrayed by the nurse in the hospital setting as being very involved and making good progress in his physical therapy sessions.However,the nurse in the rehabilitation facility observes that the client is withdrawn,and he often asks to defer his physical therapy sessions.Which statement best describes the change in patient behavior?

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In dealing with his hospitalization the client has regained personal identity and adapts;however,for persons transferred to another institution,the crisis begins again.This does not indicate that the patient does not require rehabilitation.His behavior in the hospital was not reflective of a dependency.This client is not exhibiting behaviors indicative of delirium.

The Client Being Transferred to a Rehabilitation Center Following Hospitalization