The nurse is talking with an older client who has a history of multiple hospitalizations and a recent decline in mental status. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement to improve the client's overall health?
1. Have the client evaluated for long-term care.
2. Obtain a referral for a comprehensive evaluation.
3. Collect an accurate and thorough health history.
4. Provide the appropriate amount of help for normal activities.
2. Obtain a referral for a comprehensive evaluation.
Explanation: 1. Evaluating the client for long-term care would not improve the client's overall health.
2. Research shows that comprehensive geriatric evaluations can help improve mental status and reduce hospital readmissions.
3. Collecting an accurate and thorough health history should always be the standard of care, but this would not help improve the client's overall health status.
4. This action only helps with the client's ADLs.
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