The home health nurse is developing a plan of care for her 76-year-old patient.What are the primary nursing goals the nurse will include in her plan? Select all that apply.

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Nursing goals for all older adults should be to maintain the person's ability to function as independently as possible for as long as possible,arrange for appropriate care,and teach clients and caregivers how and when to call for professional help.One cannot assume that there will be caregiver role strain or that the patient needs home care.Additionally,this is not a nursing goal for all older adults.

The Home Health Nurse Is Developing a Plan of Care