The nurse is caring for a patient with permanent neurologic impairments resulting from a traumatic head injury. When working with this patient and family, what mutual goal should be prioritized?
A) Achieve as high a level of function as possible.
B) Enhance the quantity of the patient's life.
C) Teach the family proper care of the patient.
D) Provide community assistance.
Ans: A
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The overarching goals of care are to achieve as high a level of function as possible and to enhance the quality of life for the patient with neurologic impairment and his or her family. This goal encompasses family and community participation.
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