Chapter 2, Problem B5CR

1) A caregiver decides that they need short-term respite from providing support to a loved one. Why might this be? a.The person needs time to renew their energy in order to continue providing care b.Taking a break can help to maintain a healthier relationship with their loved one c.The person needs to connect with other aspects of who they are in addition to being a caregiver d.All of the answers are correct a and b only 2) When teaching an independent older adult patient how to self-administer insulin, the most productive approach is to: * a. facilitate involvement in a small group where the skill is being taught. b. gather information about the patient's family health history. c. provide frequent, competitive skills testing to enhance learning. d. use repeated return demonstrations to promote the patient's retention of the involved tasks.   3) Nurses' knowledge of sexuality in the older adult population should include: * point Chronic illness may affect the ability to participate in…

You are a hospice nurse who is working with a 55-year-old woman, Mrs. Jones, who is dying from liver cancer. The woman’s daughter, Mary, has been with her mother supporting her and helping her along the way despite the fact she has three children all younger than 5 years old. Mrs. Jones’s condition is worsening, and Mary is becoming quiet and introspective. You encourage her to verbalize her feelings, and she cries that she needs her mother and cannot let her go. She wonders how she will manage without all the support she has given her through the years. You have been there before, having lost your mother in much the same way. What would be the best response to Mary at this time? “I lost my mom to cancer about your age as well. It helped me to talk about it. I am glad you feel free to talk about your feelings and I am willing to listen.” “Mary, perhaps you need a quiet place to cry.” “It must be horrible going through this with all the small children needing you as well.” “I am…

A young Hispanic mother comes to the local clinic becauseher baby is sick. She speaks only Spanish and the nursespeaks only English. What should the nurse do?a. Use short words and talk more loudlyb. Ask an interpreter for helpc. Explain why care can’t be providedd. Provide instructions in writing