The nurse is preparing a presentation about the needs of family caregivers for a senate hearing on caring for people with chronic health problems. What should the nurse suggest as positive actions to improve the economic status of these caregivers? Select all that apply.

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Implementing flextime would allow family caregivers to work around their caregiving responsibilities, which could improve their economic status. Providing a tax credit for caregiving would also help financially support family caregivers, as would expanding funding for programs such as the National Family Caregiver Program. Including the care of extended family members through the Family and Medical Leave Act would also help alleviate some financial burdens of caregiving. However, reducing the fees for placing chronically ill family members into skilled facilities would not directly improve the economic status of family caregivers.

The Nurse Is Preparing a Presentation About the Needs of Family