The spouse of a terminally ill woman states, "I cannot do this anymore. It is so hard to go to work every day and leave her. I know she is dying and we have such limited time, but my company will not give me any more time off."
The most appropriate nursing diagnosis is:
A) Caregiver Role Strain related to difficulty with specific caregiving activities as evidenced by situational factors with other responsibilities.
B) Ineffective Family Coping related to terminal illness and impending death.
C) Ineffective Family Coping related to cancer as evidenced by statements of anxiety.
D) Altered Family Processes related to age of caregiver and employment responsibilities.
Ans: A
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The most appropriate nurse diagnosis is Caregiver Role Strain since the caregiver–care receiver relationship is changed.
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