The Daughter of an Elderly Couple Was Unable to Continue

question 14

Multiple Choice

The daughter of an elderly couple was unable to continue providing weekly transportation for her parents' ongoing shopping and healthcare needs. The daughter contracted with a company to provide transportation, which she is supporting financially. Which of the following does this situation describe to the nurse?

• A) The daughter has more money than time to support her parents
• B) The daughter shifted a physical burden to a financial burden
• C) The parents cannot afford their own health care needs
• D) The parents should be in an assisted living facility

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