While discussing discharge plans for a client who recently experienced

While discussing discharge plans for a client who recently experienced a stroke that resulted in right-sided weakness and communication problems, the daughter shares with the nurse that she has concerns regarding her role as caregiver.

1. Agree that her concerns are well-founded
2. Suggest that she consider home health aides
3. Offer to arrange for her to see the facility’s grief counselor
4. Provide her with information about a caregiver support group

ANSWER

ANS: 3
The client and family often require specific counseling and guidance to assist them in coping with the role changes.
Although the nurse may agree that the daughter’s concerns are legitimate, the counselor is best suited to help the daughter cope with these changes.
While assistance with providing the care may help, the counselor is best suited to help the daughter cope with these changes.
Although actively participating in a support care could prove helpful, the counselor is best suited to help the daughter cope with these changes.