A clinical nurse specialist (CNS) suggests to Patient A's family that they may want to consider placing him in a nursing facility because he has been repeatedly skipping his meals and neglecting to take his medication. This is an example of which competency?

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Direct Care involves providing care directly to patients and includes interventions such as administering medication and ensuring proper nutrition. In this scenario, the CNS is directly caring for Patient A by suggesting a course of action to ensure he is properly receiving his medication and meals.

A Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Suggests to Patient A's Family