The nurse was caring for an elderly 82-year-old gentleman who lives with his son. The nurse is concerned about elder abuse. Which of the following may well be the nurse's single most important intervention?
A. Counsel and recognize the son's efforts in relation to being a caregiver.
B. Encourage the son to consider respite care or adult day care for his father if at all affordable.
C. Give information to the son regarding nursing home placement.
D. Suggest that other family members might be of some assistance with caregiving.
Question 2
The fathers of infants born to pregnant teenagers typically:
A. Are involved through delivery, but then the relationship dissipates
B. Are not involved with the mother once the pregnancy is known.
C. Contribute financially to the child's upbringing as much as they are able.
D. Remain involved with the mother and her infant for several years.
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