When assessing for ineffective health maintenance, the nurse should assess _________________________. (Select all that apply.)
a. willingness to follow a health maintenance plan.
b. possible conflict between a health maintenance plan and culture.
c. presence of prohibited items such as sweets, alcohol, and cigarettes.
d. patient's perception of effectiveness of a health maintenance plan.
e. level of cognitive impairment.
ANS: A, B, C, D, E
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