A nurse is preparing a client for discharge. He has had diabetes for several years with widely fluctuating blood sugars. During his hospitalization, his right foot was amputated. The nurse's first step in planning this client's discharge is to
A) anticipate changes in the client's needs and plan accordingly.
B) ensure continuity of care to promote progress to a healthy state and good quality of life.
C) identify the client's discharge needs.
D) arrange for diabetic teaching to the client and family in the home.
Question 2
A nurse is preparing a client for discharge. He has had diabetes for several years with widely fluctuating blood sugars. During his hospitalization, his right foot was amputated.
As the nurse anticipates the client's and family's needs once he is home, she may ask which of the following questions?
A) How are you going to manage?
B) What help do you have at home?
C) Will you and the family be able to provide all the care needed?
D) How will you change your diabetic care now that your foot is amputated?
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