Which of the following is an example of the application of Levine's Conservation Model to the clinical setting?
a. Teaching the patient to self-administer insulin
b. Encouraging the patient to ambulate
c. Obtaining a wheelchair for the patient
d. Arranging for the patient's family to visit
C
Obtaining a wheelchair for the patient is a correct example of the application of Levine's Con-servation Model. Options a and b will not facilitate rest, and Option d may or may not further stress the patient.
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