A nurse is teaching an older adult's family about the concept of caregiver burden. Which of the following points is priority for the nurse to communicate to the family?
A) "Don't feel guilty about having to hire help. Most older Americans' care is currently provided by professionals and formal services."
B) "If you do eventually feel overburdened, moving your loved one to a nursing home will provide you with relief."
C) "You'll find it difficult to provide for your loved one's needs if you yourself don't have a strong support system."
D) "You'll actually find that for you, the benefits of providing for your loved one outweigh the negative consequences."
Ans: C
A strong support system is a prerequisite for anyone who is planning to become a caregiver for a friend or family member. Most care is provided by friends and family, not professionals. It has been shown that moving a loved one to a nursing home does not diminish stress and burden on caregivers. While there are psychosocial benefits to being a caregiver, the negative functional consequences of caregiving outweigh the positive.
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