Nursing Interventions to Support the Family Caring for a Client

question 7

Multiple Choice

Nursing interventions to support the family caring for a client with Alzheimer's disease include (Select all that apply)

• A) encouraging emotion-focused coping mechanisms.
• B) helping the family identify safety concerns and modifying the home.
• C) showing the family how to deal with behavioral problems.
• D) teaching the family alternative communication techniques.

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Definitions:

Endorphins

Natural pain-relieving and happiness-promoting chemicals produced by the body, often released during exercise, excitement, pain, and sexual activity.

Maladaptive Coping

Maladaptive coping refers to ineffective strategies individuals might use to handle stress or difficult emotions, sometimes exacerbating the problem.

Stress

A physical or emotional response to external or internal demands or pressures.

Drinks

Drinks refer to liquids consumed for hydration, nutrition, or pleasure, including water, juice, milk, tea, coffee, and alcoholic beverages.