The nurse is creating a plan of care for a patient. Which would be important for to consider before implementing the plan? (Select all that apply.)
a. The patient's lifestyle
b. The patient's insurance coverage
c. The patient's value system
d. The patient's religious beliefs
e. The patient's ability to pay for services
A, C, D
When creating a plan of care for the patient, the nurse should consider the patient's lifestyle, value system, and religious beliefs.
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