The nurse is caring for a 17-year-old client with a chronic condition who will be transitioning into adulthood. When planning care for this client, which should the nurse consider? Select all that apply
1. Ability to work
2. Ability to live independently
3. Psychosocial needs
4. Parental needs
5. Sibling needs
1, 2, 3
Explanation:
1. The nurse must consider the client's ability to live independently when planning care for a client with a chronic condition who is transitioning into adulthood.
2. The nurse must consider the client's ability to live independently when planning care for a client with a chronic condition who is transitioning into adulthood.
3. The nurse must consider the client's ability to live independently when planning care for a client with a chronic condition who is transitioning into adulthood.
4. The parent's needs are not considered when planning care for a client with a chronic condition who is transitioning into adulthood.
5. The needs of the client's siblings are not considered when planning care for a client with a chronic condition who is transitioning into adulthood.
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