During a home health visit, the nurse learns that the family member who is the primary caregiver of the patient is exhausted and tense. Which of the following nursing diagnoses should the nurse recommend for the patient's plan of care?

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The family member's exhaustion and tension suggest that they may be experiencing caregiver role strain, which is defined as the "caregiver's subjective sense of discomfort, difficulty, or emotional strain associated with caregiving." This nursing diagnosis would be appropriate for the patient's plan of care and would help the nurse address the caregiver's needs in addition to the patient's needs.

During a Home Health Visit, the Nurse Learns That the Family