The nurse is visiting a patient who lives alone in a two-room house.The patient requires wound care and medication management,but his health is not expected to improve much,even with care.There is no running water in the house,and the bathroom is in disrepair and filthy.At the first home visit,which of the following should the nurse assess? Select all that apply.

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The nurse should assess the patient's status,condition of the wound,concerns,and ability to perform care independently.End-of-life care is a topic the nurse may wish to explore after a relationship has developed.

The Nurse Is Visiting a Patient Who Lives Alone in a Two-Room