The nurse has recommended respite care for the family of a two-year-old child who is medically fragile. The mother asks what respite can do for them. The nurse's response will be based on the knowledge that:
1. Respite care will admit the child for an evaluation of the child's medical condition.
2. Respite care gives the family a break from the daily demands of caring for a child who is medically fragile.
3. Respite care can provide support for the child during local disasters.
4. Respite care will admit the child and family to their facility and provide the whole family a vacation experience.
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Rationale 1: The purpose of respite care is not to evaluate the child's medical condition.
Rationale 2: Respite care includes admission to a facility that will care for the child for a short period of time, allowing family members a chance to recoup their energy and strength.
Rationale 3: This would not be the purpose of respite care.
Rationale 4: Only the child who is medically fragile would be admitted to the respite unit.
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