A family asks why their father is attending activity groups at the long-term care facility. The son states, "My father worked hard all of his life. He just needs some rest at this point." Which is the appropriate nursing reply?
A. "I'm glad we discussed this. We'll excuse him from the activity groups."
B. "The groups benefit your father by providing social interaction, sensory stimulation, and reality orientation."
C. "The groups are optional. Only clients at high functioning levels would benefit."
D. "If your father doesn't go to these activity groups, he will be at high risk for developing dementia."
B
The most appropriate nursing reply is to educate the family on the purpose of activity groups, which is to provide social interaction, sensory stimulation, and reality orientation. Groups can also serve to increase self-esteem and reduce depression.
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