The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Is a Single

question 17

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client who is a single mother of two young children,has no financial or parental support from her ex-husband,is troubled by her financial circumstances and future,and works at a local fast-food restaurant.She is seeking help for depression.What is the nurse's best action?

• A)Assist the client in seeking educational and/or vocational programs for single parents
• B)Encourage the client to explore her feelings related to the reasons for her divorce
• C)Persuade the client to contact her ex-husband for financial and parental support
• D)Share information with the client regarding support groups for single mothers

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Definitions:

Take-Home Pay

The net amount of income received after the deduction of taxes, benefits, and voluntary contributions from the gross salary.

Payroll Accounting

The process of recording and managing all financial transactions related to a company's payment of salaries, wages, and other compensations to employees.

Employee Morale

The general perspective, mood, contentment, and self-assurance that staff experience in the workplace.

Cash Flow Problems

Financial difficulties faced by a business due to inadequate cash to cover its obligations.