The nurse assesses an older male adult who has Alzheimer's disease and his caregiver. Which information from the caregiver warrants further investigation by the nurse to as-sess the caregiver for strain?
a. The client wants to stay home.
b. The client sleeps on two pillows.
c. The client sits in the chair all day.
d. The client does not like to be alone.
D
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A Incorrect. Wanting to stay home can be managed as long as the older adult can be left alone safely or the caregiver has someone to stay with him.
B Incorrect. Sleeping on two pillows can be a preference or a requirement for living with heart failure, but it should not create undo stress.
C Incorrect. Sitting in a chair all day can be managed as long as he willing to make trips to the bathroom, go to bed at night, and so on.
D Correct. The nurse investigates the older adult's preference for continuous company because providing companionship for another person can become a source of stress. After completing an assessment of caregiver strain, the nurse can offer suggestions and provide resources for relief for the caregiver.
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