Select the situation that describes a case in which the caregiver ...

[Jkov05]

Select the situation that describes a case in which the caregiver is at highest risk for caregiver stress, a risk for elder abuse.
 
  A) an adult employed son who lives with his mother and receives assistance daily from two other siblings
  B) an adult daughter who lives with her father, is active in her church, and has a hired nursing aide stay at night to care for her father while she sleeps
  C) an adult daughter who is an only child, has her mother living in her home, and uses respite care 2 days per week
  D) an adult son who is a recovering alcoholic, lives with his mother, and depends on her retirement pension for living expenses

Question 2

The nurse is planning care for an older patient who is dying. Which interventions will ensure the patient dies with dignity? Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Relieving suffering
  2. Controlling pain and symptoms
  3. Making decisions for the patient and family
  4. Clarifying goals of treatment and the patient's values
  5. Communicating patient needs between healthcare providers

[peter]

Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

1,2,4,5
Rationale: The nurse who helps the patient die comfortably and with dignity will relieve suffering for the patient.

[Jkov05]

Excellent

[bulacsom]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it