During a home visit, the nurse notes that an older patient is sitting in a poorly lit room listening to the radio. When the nurse turns on a light before starting to evaluate the patient and change a dressing on a wound, the patient says, "Oh, you don't need that light. I try to keep the lights off. Electricity is too expensive." Which of the following responses, by the nurse, is most appropriate?

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The most appropriate response is to acknowledge the patient's concern about the cost of electricity and provide a solution that may help address their financial concerns. Referring the patient to a social worker who can identify financial programs that could help with the cost of electricity is an appropriate response. Option A would be dismissive of the patient's concerns and could cause unnecessary stress. Option B might not provide adequate light, and option C does not address the patient's concern about the cost of electricity.

During a Home Visit, the Nurse Notes That an Older