A family that has three small children prepares to move an older female parent into their home knowing that she stays up all night, and the nurse helps the family prepare for the change

Question

Which part of planning should the nurse indicate is the family's priority? a. Sharing household responsibilities
b. Preparing the house for her arrival
c. Helping her use her skills and talents
d. Setting limits on nighttime activities

Answer 1

B

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A Incorrect. Sharing household responsibilities should be part of the preparation; however, safety concerns are more important.
B Correct. To reduce the risk of injury and falls, the family's priority is to prepare the house for an older adult's arrival including preparation of the older adult's private space, removing hazards, providing adequate lighting, installing handrails where necessary, and other safety measures. In addition, the parents need to prepare mentally for the challenges presented when the children create new safety hazards for an older adult including spills, leaving toys on the floor, and so on.
C Incorrect. Helping the older adult to use her skills and talents provides mea-ningful activities; however, safety concerns are more important.
D Incorrect. Setting limits on her nighttime activities is important preparation to avoid conflicts; however, safety concerns are the priority.