The Family of an Older Patient with Alzheimer's Disease Does

question 23

Multiple Choice

The family of an older patient with Alzheimer's disease does not want to discuss long-term care placement for at least "a few years." How should the nurse respond to the family?

• A) "Long-term care placement is inevitable with this diagnosis."
• B) "It often takes a year for an individual with Alzheimer's disease to be admitted."
• C) "Talking about it now gives you time to think about locations and make a decision."
• D) "By providing this information now, we will not need to address these concerns later."

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