Question 1

Which of the following are tasks commonly performed by caregivers? Select all that apply.&#10;A) Performing minor surgical procedures&#10;B) Administering medications&#10;C) Doing the laundry&#10;D) Bathing the care recipient&#10;E) Diagnosing health conditions

Accepted Answer

Caregivers commonly administer medications, assist with household tasks like laundry, and help with personal care activities such as bathing. Performing surgical procedures and diagnosing health conditions are typically outside the scope of a caregiver's responsibilities.

Question 2

Which of the following are critical factors to consider when a family is deciding who will fill a caregiver role for one of its members?&#10;A) The quality of the caregiver's existing relationship with the recipient&#10;B) Family dynamics&#10;C) The caregiver's level of formal training in medicine&#10;D) The caregiver's level of comfort undertaking intimate care duties&#10;E) The caregiver's available time

Accepted Answer

The quality of the caregiver's relationship with the recipient, family dynamics, the caregiver's comfort with intimate care duties, and their available time are all critical factors. While formal medical training can be beneficial, it is not always necessary for caregiving roles, especially if the care required is non-medical.

Question 3

As a home care nurse, you are assisting an older adult, Harold, as he cares for his wife, Hilary, who has Alzheimer's disease. He has been caring for her for more than 10 years now. Which of the following is the most likely risk for Harold as a caregiver?

A) Exhaustion
B) Stress of adjusting to the role of caregiver
C) The shock of seeing the rapid deterioration of his wife
D) Discomfort related to performing intimate care duties

A

Accepted Answer

Harold is likely to experience exhaustion due to the long-term demands of caregiving for over 10 years, which can lead to physical and emotional fatigue.

Question 4

Which of the following are common effects of caregiving on caregivers? Select all that apply.&#10;A) Elevated blood pressure&#10;B) Depression&#10;C) Lack of time for other family members&#10;D) Malignant melanoma&#10;E) Disrupted work schedule

Accepted Answer

Caregiving can lead to physical health issues like elevated blood pressure, mental health challenges such as depression, time constraints affecting family interactions, and disruptions in work schedules. Malignant melanoma is not a common effect of caregiving.

Question 5

Which of the following are common benefits of caregiving to the caregiver? Select all that apply.&#10;A) Is financially rewarding&#10;B) Is personally rewarding&#10;C) Boosts self-esteem&#10;D) Reduces stress&#10;E) Provides quality time with care recipient

Accepted Answer

Caregiving can be personally rewarding, boost self-esteem, and provide quality time with the care recipient.

Question 6

As a nurse, you are proving support for a homebound patient with Alzheimer's disease who is being cared for by his daughter. Which of the following are appropriate ways for you to support this family? Select all that apply.

A) Encourage the family to openly discuss caregiving responsibilities and distribute them fairly
B) Recommend use of day care facilities
C) Encourage the family to place the care recipient in a long-term care facility
D) Inform the family of support services for caregivers
E) Assess the primary caregiver's health

Accepted Answer

Encouraging open discussion and fair distribution of caregiving responsibilities helps manage stress. Recommending day care facilities provides respite for caregivers. Informing about support services offers additional resources. Assessing the primary caregiver's health ensures they can continue providing care effectively.

Question 7

Describe the effect that caregiving can have on a caregiver's financial well-being.

Accepted Answer

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Deck 22: Caregiving