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AEWBW · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Which nursing intervention best addresses the need for social support demonstrated by an older adult couple who will be assuming responsibility for the raising of two grandchildren?

a. Facilitating a support group for children being raised by grandparents
b. Helping the grandparents express their feeling regarding this unexpected role change
c. Offering a monthly parenting class for this cohort of grandparents
d. Suggesting couple's therapy to assist in managing any new stress on their marriage

Question 2

Which behavior suggests that an older adult who has lost his life partner is successfully managing the exploration stage of the adjustment process?

a. He smiles when reminiscing about the trips they took together over the years.
b. He explains that he can't make a decision about moving just yet.
c. He agrees to eat some of his favorite soup that his daughter has made.
d. He is heard saying, I'll never get over the loss, but my life has a purpose.

meganmoser117 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Primary care grandparents with a network of social support seem to experience fewer negative consequences, but instrumental supports such as assistance with child rearing are often lacking. Education and training programs and support groups are valuable resources, and nurses can be instrumental in developing and conducting these types of interventions. While the remaining op-tions are appropriate, they do not focus on the needs that are identified as currently unaddressed.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The exploration stage is characterized by the ability to accept the loss and look back fondly upon it. The reactionary stage would be a time when indecision is typical. During the withdrawal stage, eating is often affected. Integration is successful when the individual again shows satisfaction with his life.