The Home Care Nurse Is Providing Care for a Patient

The home care nurse is providing care for a patient. After several visits and review of the plan of care, the nurse notices the patient does not follow the prescribed diet and exercise regimen. Which is the most appropriate action by the nurse?

A) Discharge the patient from home care because of noncompliance to the medical regimen.
B) Continue to teach and reinforce the importance of the diet and exercise regimen.
C) Notify the healthcare provider of the patient's refusal to follow the diet and exercise regimen.
D) Identify why the patient is not following the plan, and revise the plan in collaboration with the patient.