The nurse is preparing to discuss discharge planning with a patient who is hemiplegic as a result of a diving accident and with the patient's wife, who will be his primary caregiver
Which statement by the nurse would specifically address the needs of the caregiving wife? 1. "We will begin bowel and bladder training in 2 weeks.".
2. "You will experience some role changes in your relationship.".
3. "The vocational rehabilitation company will contact you next week to set up your schedule.".
4. "You should plan respite time away from your husband every week.".
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Rationale 1: Bowel and bladder training is very important and will be a significant change for both the patient and the wife, but this is not the most important option statement.
Rationale 2: These role changes have already begun, so this is not the best option.
Rationale 3: All of the rehab visits, home health nurse visits, physician office visits, etc. are very important, but this is not the most important option provided.
Rationale 4: This wife is at high risk for caregiver role strain. Respite is essential. It is important for the nurse to make this statement so both the husband and wife recognize its importance.
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