Family members, and in particular those who provide care for persons with chronic and life-threatening illness, are MOST vulnerable when:
a. questioned about the illness
b. their own needs are ignored
c. other family members are helpers
d. their routine is disrupted
B
Spouses, parents, and other close family members are particularly vulnerable to the stresses related to caring for clients with a chronic illness when their needs are ignored. Also, stress levels can increase depending on the lifestyle adjustments that must be made by the family members to accommodate the needs of the client. One chronically ill family member can have a dramatic impact on the finances and time of an entire family.
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