A home health nurse is caring for a client who has right-sided paresis secondary to a stroke. Which of the following would be the best approach for the nurse to take?
a. Arrange for private duty nurses to assist the client with daily needs.
b. Assist the client with activities of daily living.
c. Teach the client to participate in self-care activities.
d. Teach the family how to care for the client.
ANS: C
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