An 85-year-old widower is admitted to a nursing home for increased supervision. The client's son reports feeling guilty about putting his father in the nursing home but is unable to care for his father in his home
Which is the most appropriate nursing response?
A) "There are support groups held here every Monday for children of residents in similar situations."
B) "Don't feel guilty. You did what you had to do and your Dad would understand."
C) "Unfortunately, community resources are available only to low-income families."
D) "Your father's doing just fine. Let us worry about him."
A
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