In making home visits, there are rules as to which problems must be confronted first. What must be the first priority?
A. Consistency with agency rules and procedures
B. Legally, whatever the medical referral requires
C. Unless a medical emergency, whatever the client feels is most important
D. What the nurse's professional judgment determines to be the major threat to health
ANS: C
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