Promoting independence in an older patient with neurologic problems may take many forms. What advice to a patient's family would most help the patient achieve maximum levels of independence?
A) Attend lectures on self-improvement.
B) Prepare for personality changes in the patient.
C) Complete tasks for the patient.
D) Install self-help devices in the home.
D
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Self-help devices can extend the time that older patients can live independently in the community and would likely be of greater utility than the other listed activities.
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