How can the nurse demonstrate a positive attitude toward care planning? (Select all that apply.)
a. Acknowledge the impact of a traumatic amputation on therapy.
b. Encourage the resident's input on the care plan.
c. Invite the resident and family member to attend the care plan meetings.
d. Make a list of questions for the resident to ask at the care plan meeting.
e. Help the resident to perform all activities of daily living (ADLs).
ANS: A, B, C
Making a list of questions for the resident and performing all the ADLs does not promote a positive attitude or allow the patient to pose his or her own questions.
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