A patient has had successful treatment for a leaking arteriovenous malformation and is being discharged to home. The patient's Barthel Index score is 48. The nurse anticipates that the patient will require which assistance?
1. Partial assistance with daily care activities
2. Maximum assistance with self-care in all activities
3. Very little assistance with activities of daily living
4. No assistance with most activities
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Rationale 1: A Barthel Index score of 48 indicates the patient will be partially dependent.
Rationale 2: A Barthel Index score of 20 to 39 would indicate that the patient will need maximum assistance but can provide some self-care.
Rationale 3: A Barthel Index score of 60 to 79 indicates that minimal help with ADLs will be required.
Rationale 4: A Barthel Index score of 80 to 100 indicates the patient will likely be independent in care.
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