According to the Neuman systems model, the goal of nursing is to
a. Promote the self-care of individuals, families, and communities
b. Restore, maintain, or attain behavioral system balance at the highest level possible
c. Help people interact with their environments in ways that lead to health
d. Keep the client stable through the assessment of stressors and appropriate interventions
ANS: D
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