A Son Who Recently Brought His Extremely Confused Parent to a Nursing

question 8

Multiple Choice

A son who recently brought his extremely confused parent to a nursing home for admission reports feelings of guilt. Which is the appropriate nursing response?

• A) "Support groups are held here on Mondays for children of residents in similar situations."
• B) "You did what you had to do. I wouldn't feel guilty if I were you."
• C) "Support groups are available to low-income families."
• D) "Your parent is doing just fine. We'll take very good care of him."

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Definitions:

Ovulatory

Pertaining to ovulation, the phase in a female's menstrual cycle when an egg is released from the ovary.

Luteal

Pertaining to the luteal phase, the latter phase of the menstrual cycle or estrous cycle when the uterine lining thickens to prepare for potential pregnancy.

Secretory

Pertaining to or involving the secretion of substances, especially glands producing and releasing substances.

Endometriosis

A condition where tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus grows outside the uterus, causing pain and possibly fertility issues.