A female patient has been achieving significant improvements in her ADLs since beginning rehabilitation from the effects of a brain hemorrhage. The nurse must observe and assess the patients ability to perform ADLs to determine the patients level of independence in self-care and her need for nursing intervention. Which of the following additional considerations should the nurse prioritize?

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The nurse should also be aware of the patients medical conditions or other health problems, the effect that they have on the ability to perform ADLs, and the familys involvement in the patients ADLs. It is not normally necessary to teach the patient about the pathophysiology of her functional deficits. A positive attitude is beneficial, but creating this is not normally within the purview of the nurse. The nurse does not liaise with the insurance company.

A Female Patient Has Been Achieving Significant Improvements in Her