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Frost2351

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An older adult patient with dementia is seen at the clinic for a physical examination. The son tells the nurse, I don't know how much more of this I can do.
 
  There is so much work involved in just getting my dad out of bed in the morning, and I can't communicate with him. I'm just so tired. The nurse recognizes that the son is most likely experiencing:
  a. Symptoms of depression
  b. Caregiver role strain
  c. Serious frustration
  d. Resentment over being the only care provider

Question 2

The home health nurse is seeing an 80-year-old patient for the first time at his home. In developing a home plan of care, what is the nurse's highest priority for this visit?
 
  a. Assessing the proximity of family members
  b. Planning for a nutritious diet
  c. Planning activities for functional status
  d. Assessing the home for safety



robbielu01

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D



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