When describing the continuum of care for mental health, which would the nurse identify as the primary goal?

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The primary goal of the continuum of care is to provide treatment that allows clients to achieve the highest level of functioning in the least restrictive environment. The continuum of care requires coordination of care, including case management, but this is not the primary goal. Crisis care is one aspect of the continuum of care.

When Describing the Continuum of Care for Mental Health, Which