The nurse cares for an alert,homeless older adult patient who was admitted to the hospital with a chronic foot infection. Which intervention is the most appropriate for the nurse to include in the discharge plan for this patient?

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An interprofessional approach,including social services,is needed when caring for homeless older adults. Even with appropriate teaching,a homeless individual may not be able to maintain adequate foot care because of a lack of supplies or a suitable place to accomplish care. Older homeless individuals are less likely to use shelters or meal sites. A homeless person may fail to keep appointments for outpatient services because of factors such as fear of institutionalization or lack of transportation.

The Nurse Cares for an Alert,homeless Older Adult Patient Who