The Nurse Is Working with the Parents of a Child

question 10

Multiple Choice

The nurse is working with the parents of a child with a chronic condition.Which statement made by the child's parents indicates the need for intervention related to an overwhelming caregiver burden?

• A) "My mother moved in and helps us with the care of our family."
• B) "I have to care for my child day and night,which leaves little time for me."
• C) "I chose to quit my job to be home with my child,and my husband helps in the evening when he can."
• D) "Our health insurer sent us a rejection letter for my child's brand-name medication,and we must fill out forms to get the generic."

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