An 82-year-old client is being discharged from the hospital following a bowel resection. The client lives alone and the family is out of town. Which factor will have the greatest effect on the client's home care management?
A) Support systems
B) Medication management
C) Transportation
D) Psychosocial needs

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Since this client lives alone and has no family available, the client may not be able to stay at home and may need to be placed in a facility to provide adequate support.

An 82-Year-Old Client Is Being Discharged from the Hospital Following