The nurse is caring for a patient with a chronic illness. Which of the following would be a priority outcome for this patient?
a. Decreasing social isolation
b. Controlling personal health-care decisions
c. Decreasing stress levels in the family
d. Achieving optimal personal level of health
ANS: D
The goal of nursing care for any patient, including a patient with chronic illness, can best be defined as helping a patient achieve his or her highest possible level of wellness.
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