Identify the intervention by the nurse that has the highest priority when assisting a client diagnosed with multiple myeloma with ADLs
a. Keep the client on oxygen by nasal can-nula at all times.
b. Use great care in transferring the client from bed to chair to prevent bone injury.
c. Allow the client to rest for 10 minutes before and after each activity.
d. Encourage the client to be as independent as possible.
B
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