Nurse Jenna is making a short-term goal for an adult male patient who is on his first week of admission following a spinal cord injury at the T3 level. What is an appropriate short-term goal that Jenna should identify?

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An appropriate short-term goal that Jenna should identify is "The patient will carry out his hygiene activities." The patient has the capability and this also maintains positive identity; moreover, it is necessary for progression of long-term goals.

Nurse Jenna Is Making a Short-Term Goal for an Adult