A resident of a long-term care facility refuses to eat until she has had her hair combed and her make-up applied. In this case, what client need should have priority?
A) The need to have nutrition
B) The need to feel good about oneself
C) The need to live in a safe environment
D) The need for love from others
Ans: B
When setting priorities, it is best to first meet the needs that the client believes are most important. In this situation, the woman is not refusing food altogether; rather, she wants to feel good about herself (self-esteem) when she does eat.
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