The son of an elderly patient tells the nurse that because his mother needs so much care and will not consider moving to an assisted living facility, he has had to change his work hours to part time and possibly quit his job. Which of the following should the nurse do to assist this family?

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While the majority of informal caregivers are employed, many of them have had to make significant adjustments to their work life, including reporting late to work or accepting part-time employment, at least temporarily. Some have been forced to resign from outside employment entirely. The best way to assist this family is to suggest that the son investigate other caregiving sources so that he can keep his job. The son may or may not be able to move in with the mother as it is not known whether he is married with a family. The mother may or may not be able to support the son financially if he quits his job. The son should not be encouraged to make the mother find help on her own.

The Son of an Elderly Patient Tells the Nurse That