An older male adult is being abused by his daughter, a single working mother of four children, with whom he lives. The nurse investigates to learn the abuse is due to situational stress
Which should the nurse implement to address the short-term crisis? a. Remove him from his daughter's home immediately.
b. Encourage the daughter to work with social services.
c. Arrange respite care or day care for the patient.
d. Place your patient in a long-term care facility.
C
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A Incorrect. Unlike children, abused elders cannot be removed from situations without their permission. Helping the daughter deal with the situational stress would be more effective.
B Incorrect. This solution can help the daughter learn more effective and harmless ways of solving problems, but it does not address the short-term crisis.
C Correct. By relieving the daughter of some responsibilities, respite care is likely to be beneficial for the older adult and his daughter because it can help to reduce tension.
D Incorrect. This measure may eventually be necessary, but it would be better to improve the living situation within the patient's family.
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