A home health nurse is developing a plan of care for a child diagnosed with hemiplegic cerebral palsy. Which of the following goals is the priority for the nurse to include in the plan of care?

A. Encouraging self-care activities helps promote independence and improve the quality of life for a child with hemiplegic cerebral palsy. It focuses on maximizing the child's potential for autonomy. B. Respite care is important for caregiver support, but fostering self-care activities for the child is a higher priority for long-term development. C. Modifying the environment is useful for safety and mobility but does not address the child’s ability to perform self-care, which is a key aspect of daily functioning. D. While communication skills are important, fostering self-care activities takes precedence in supporting the child’s independence.