The Nurse Is Working with the Parents of a Child

question 5

Multiple Choice

The nurse is working with the parents of a child with a chronic condition. The nurse concludes that the parents' caregiver burden might become overwhelming when the mother states which of the following?

• A)"My mother moved in and helps us with the care of our family."
• B)"I chose to quit my job to be home with my child, and my husband helps in the evening when he can."
• C)"I have to care for my child day and night, which leaves little time for me."
• 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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Definitions:

Basic Activities

Fundamental tasks, often referring to daily self-care activities such as eating, dressing, and personal hygiene.

Daily Living

Activities that are performed as part of one's everyday life, including personal care, mobility, and eating.

Dresses Self

The ability of an individual to perform the task of putting on clothes independently, often used as a milestone in child development.