The nurse is caring for an adolescent who is quadriplegic following an accident and who will require rehabilitation after discharge from the acute care facility. The nurse encourages placement in a facility that:
1. Is as close to the teen's home as possible.
2. Allows the teen to be placed on a unit with peers.
3. Has a lower cost for treatment.
4. Cares for only children.
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Rationale: Rehabilitation in a facility accustomed to caring for adolescents that will allow the teen to interact with peers will be of greatest benefit, and will improve outcome for the client.
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