The nurse is working with a group of parents of children with chronic conditions. The nurse concludes that a parent's caregiver burden could become overwhelming when the parent states which of the following?

Question

1. "My mother moved in and helps us with the care of our family."
2. "Our health insurer sent us a rejection letter for my child's brand-name medication, and we must fill out forms to get the generic."
3. "I chose to quit my job to be home with my child, and my husband helps in the evening when he can."
4. "I have to care for my child day and night, which leaves little time for me."

Answer 1

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Rationale:
1. The family's pitching in to help indicates family support.
2. Substituting generic for brand-name medications will not result in caregiver burden.
3. The mother chose to care for the child, and receives help from the husband.
4. No respite time from caregiving responsibilities could lead to overwhelming caregiver burden.