A client is experiencing difficulty in adjusting to a new prosthesis despite conscientious client education by numerous members of the health care team. How should the team respond to the client's lack of learning to this point?
a. Scale back the scope and detail of client education.
b. Explore alternatives to prosthesis.
c. Revise the education plan that has guided education.
d. Refer the client to outside sources of information.
Answer: c. Revise the education plan that has guided education.
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