A nurse is visiting a client in the home 3 weeks after having an STEMI. The client appears distressed and the spouse is nervously hovering nearby. Which assessment by the nurse would provide the most useful data? The nurse should inquire if
A) neighbors have been dropping by and fatiguing the client.
B) the client is able to adhere to the prescribed exercise routine.
C) the spouse is able to shop for and prepare appropriate foods.
D) there are fears that allowing the client activity may provoke another MI.

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Family members should be included in any teaching provided to the client. Sometimes the family fears that if the client increases activity, he/she will suffer another MI, and their attempts to help the client actually discourage autonomy. The other three options are valid assessments; however, they will not provide data that is as helpful as option d.

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