During an assessment, a 40-year-old client who is a fireman discusses retirement concerns with the nurse and asks for suggestions. The client owns three homes and is single at the present time
Which is the highest priority suggestion for the nurse to give the client? A) Caution the client that 40 is too young to consider retirement plans.
B) Tell the client it is critical to sell the houses as soon as possible.
C) Explore possible outside interests from career with the client.
D) Strongly advise the client to consider a new full-time career option.
C
Feedback:
The nurse should encourage the client to develop interests outside the career to spend his time. Selling the three houses or totally retiring at age 40 can have an adverse effect on the client's savings after retirement. Considering the client's age, and embarking on a new career, the client needs to explore career paths that may require less stamina and energy than the physical demands associated with being a fireman.
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