A married patient who lives in a rural area is 8 months pregnant and reports to the nurse that her house is "rather primitive." The couple cooks and heats using propane, does not have indoor plumbing, and lives along the bank of a stream
What would be the most appropriate nursing intervention for this family?
A) Baby-proof the house
B) Teach the patient to avoid using the stove or heater without ventilation
C) Screen for genetically transmitted diseases
D) Encourage timely immunizations
B
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1. Adult day care 2. Home care 3. Nursing home 4. Assisted living
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