The nurse makes a home visit to a client recovering from influenza. Which client statements indicate that desired outcomes have been met? Select all that apply.
A)"I'm eating healthy foods now."
B)"I went back to work."
C)"I haven't had chills since I left the hospital."
D)"I slept the whole night without coughing."
E)"I was able to take a walk today."

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A)Desired outcomes for a client recovering from the flu include absence of symptoms of acute infection (such as fever and chills), resolution of respiratory symptoms, and resumption of normal sleep-rest patterns. The facts that the client has returned to work, is able to walk, and is eating a healthy diet do not indicate that the client's flu has resolved.
B)Desired outcomes for a client recovering from the flu include absence of symptoms of acute infection (such as fever and chills), resolution of respiratory symptoms, and resumption of normal sleep-rest patterns. The facts that the client has returned to work, is able to walk, and is eating a healthy diet do not indicate that the client's flu has resolved.
C)Desired outcomes for a client recovering from the flu include absence of symptoms of acute infection (such as fever and chills), resolution of respiratory symptoms, and resumption of normal sleep-rest patterns. The facts that the client has returned to work, is able to walk, and is eating a healthy diet do not indicate that the client's flu has resolved.
D)Desired outcomes for a client recovering from the flu include absence of symptoms of acute infection (such as fever and chills), resolution of respiratory symptoms, and resumption of normal sleep-rest patterns. The facts that the client has returned to work, is able to walk, and is eating a healthy diet do not indicate that the client's flu has resolved.
E)Desired outcomes for a client recovering from the flu include absence of symptoms of acute infection (such as fever and chills), resolution of respiratory symptoms, and resumption of normal sleep-rest patterns. The facts that the client has returned to work, is able to walk, and is eating a healthy diet do not indicate that the client's flu has resolved.

The Nurse Makes a Home Visit to a Client Recovering