The nurse analyzed the data from the hospital. On the first home visit, the nurse explained to the elderly couple how the nurse could help them. Who were most knowledgeable concerning the couple's health needs?
A. After the nurse had obtained all the background data, the nurse was clearly the most knowledgeable.
B. The case manager who had coordinated the couple's care and made the referral was the most knowledgeable.
C. The elderly couple themselves were the most knowledgeable.
D. The nurse who had been the primary care provider in the hospital before discharge was the most knowledgeable.
ANS: C
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