The nurse at an assisted living facility is caring for a 73-year-old cognitively impaired patient who has recently been admitted.What should the nurse include on the patient's care plan that will best help to maintain the patient's independence?
A) Sufficient time for the patient to complete self-care
B) Encouraging the patient to make decisions regarding self-care
C) Regular assessment of the patient's ability to provide self-care
D) Regular cueing by staff to direct patient self-care
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