The nurse is admitting a client who is homeless and has viral hepatitis with symptoms of severe anorexia and fatigue. Which of the following client goals should have the highest priority when the nurse is developing the plan of care?

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The highest priority outcome is to maintain nutrition because adequate nutrition is needed for hepatocyte regeneration. Finding a home for the client and identifying the source of the infection would be appropriate activities, but they do not have as high a priority as
ensuring adequate nutrition. Although the client's activity level will be gradually increased, rest is indicated during the acute phase of hepatitis.

The Nurse Is Admitting a Client Who Is Homeless and Has