The nurse is meeting with the caregivers and families of children who are hospitalized. Which caregiver statement identifies an issue that would be a major factor influencing the family's response to the child's illness?
A) "We have really good insurance—it covered everything the last time she was in the hospital."
B) "When my sister was in the hospital before, the nurse let me get up on her bed while she read me a story."
C) "Sometimes I wonder if the reason she is sick is because I have so many responsibilities at work and at home."
D) "My husband was so relieved when he heard that after the next surgery she will probably not need to have any more and will be fine."
Ans: C
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