The Nurse Is Working with a Group of Parents Who

question 14

Multiple Choice

The nurse is working with a group of parents who have children with chronic conditions. Which statement by a parent would indicate a risk for a caregiver burden that could become overwhelming?

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

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