An adult child is finalizing arrangements to provide in-home care for a dependent parent. In order to best foster the long-term wellness for both the patient and the caregiver, the nurse
a. explains the patient's plan of care in detail with both the patient and the caregiver.
b. discusses the importance and availability of respite care.
c. encourages the patient and caregiver to seek assistance with problems as they arise.
d. provides written information regarding available in-home services.
B
The nurse should help caregivers recognize that caregiving is a job. Just as employees benefit from regular breaks and vacations, caregivers benefit from a "break" in the job. The nurse should emphasize that the need for respite care begins with the onset of caregiving. Explaining the plan of care, encouraging the family to seek assistance, and providing written information are all ap-propriate, but home caregivers face multiple stressors and need to care for themselves too.
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