A nurse prepares to discharge a client who has heart failure.Which questions should the nurse ask to ensure this client's safety prior to discharging home? (Select all that apply.)

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To ensure safety upon discharge,the nurse should assess for structural barriers to functional ability,such as stairs.The nurse should also assess the client's available social support,which may include family,friends,and home health services.The client's ability to adhere to medication and treatments,including daily weights,should also be reviewed.The other questions do not address the client's safety upon discharge.

A Nurse Prepares to Discharge a Client Who Has Heart