Health education is important for all patients and families. Of the four groups listed below, which group is most in need of health teaching?
a) Patients with a terminal illness, because the process of dying can be managed with dignity
b) Patients under 21 years of age, because new behaviors can be practiced for many years
c) Patients with chronic illnesses, because life-long interventions and adjustments can improve the quality of life
d) Patients who are diagnosed with acute infections, because treatment and future prevention can be immediately addressed