A patient was involved in a motor vehicle accident that resulted in multiple traumatic injuries.He was hospitalized for 8 days in the intensive care unit and 3 days on the surgical floor.He has been discharged home with home health support.Identify the primary goal of his home care.

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The primary goal in home healthcare is to promote self-care.Nursing activities are directed at fostering independence or teaching the family or other caregivers to assist the client with ongoing needs.Care continues to be comprehensive; however,rather than providing direct care for all needs,the emphasis shifts toward fostering independence.

A Patient Was Involved in a Motor Vehicle Accident That