An elderly couple, no longer able to safely manage by themselves in their own home, elects to move in with their daughter, who assumes the role of primary caregiver for both of them. A nurse case manager is working with this family
The nurse counsels the daughter to expect: a. both parents to improve in mood and anxiety now that they are being cared for
b. the mother to suddenly feel and act much younger than before
c. the father to desire to be placed in a nursing home rather than be cared for by family
d. decreased self-worth and personal identity in both parents
D
When elderly parents move in with their children, the children can expect to see decreased self-worth and personal identity in both parents. The parents would be making a major role change from being independent after caring for their children, to now being dependent on their children.
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Of the following responses, which demonstrates the best example of assertive communication? A) "You are always late; what are you going to do about this situation?" B) "Being late is unacceptable; you need to change this behavior" C) "I noticed that you often arrive late; I think we need to discuss how this affects your performance" D) "Lateness creates a situation that leads to a negative day; I think it is time to work out a plan to eliminate this problem"
A nurse records that a patient has a 3+ edema to the right foot. How deep did the nurse's thumb depress the edematous area?
a. More than 1 inch b. To 1 inch c. To inch d. Less than inch
A patient with heart failure who has been taking an ACE inhibitor, a thiazide diuretic, and a beta blocker for several months comes to the clinic for evaluation
As part of the ongoing assessment of this patient, the nurse will expect the provider to evaluate: a. complete blood count. b. ejection fraction. c. maximal exercise capacity. d. serum electrolyte levels.
What are supportive interventions that can assist a school-age child with a chronic illness to meet developmental milestones? (Select all that apply.)
a. Encourage socialization. b. Discourage sports activities. c. Encourage school attendance. d. Provide instructions on assertiveness. e. Educate teachers and classmates about the child's condition.