An older client has no family in the same community,lives alone in a small house,and is having greater difficulty with mobility due to advanced osteoarthritis.Cognitively,this client is alert,is able to manage her own business matters,and does her own cooking,but does not enjoy "cooking for one." The home health nurse who visits has noticed that the client is losing weight and does not have as much energy or interest in activities as on previous visits.What should the nurse recommend for this client?
A) See a psychiatrist because the client appears to be depressed.
B) Check out joint replacement options for the osteoarthritis.
C) Start thinking about long-term care.
D) Consider moving to an assisted living facility.
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