A nurse is implementing care within the parameters of tertiary prevention. Which nursing action is an example of this type of care?
A. Teaching an adolescent about pregnancy prevention
B. Teaching an elderly client the reportable side effects of a newly prescribed neuroleptic medication
C. Teaching a client with schizophrenia to cook meals, make a grocery list, and establish a budget
D. Teaching a client about his or her new diagnosis of bipolar disorder
C
The nurse who teaches a client to cook meals, make a grocery list, and establish a budget is implementing care within the parameters of tertiary prevention. Tertiary prevention is services aimed at reducing the residual effects that are associated with severe and persistent mental illness. It is accomplished by promoting rehabilitation that is directed toward achievement of maximum functioning.
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