Your client's family caregiver is experiencing Caregiver role strain. Which of the following are defining characteristics of this diagnosis?
1. feelings of dread, fright, and apprehension
2. apprehension about the client's future health, the caregiver's ability to provide care, and possible need to institutionalize the client
3. verbalization of uncertainty about choices and delayed decision-making
4. behaviors of avoidance; narrowing of focus on danger; and deficits in attention, performance, and control
ANS: 2
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