The nurse is developing a plan of care for a client who has been admitted to the inpatient unit after being brought to the emergency department by law enforcement. Assessment in the emergency department reveals that the client is homeless and has been diagnosed with posttraumatic stress syndrome. The client also has a history of substance abuse. When reviewing the client's medical record, which factor would the nurse identify as contributing to the client's homelessness? Select all that apply.

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Homelessness has no single cause. Many factors typically combine, with time, to cause the person or family to lose permanent housing. Risk factors for homelessness include mental illness, substance abuse, lack of needed services, lack of family support, low-paying job, unemployment, and changes or reductions in public assistance programs.

The Nurse Is Developing a Plan of Care for a Client