After years of dialysis, an 84-year-old client states, "I'm exhausted, depressed, and done with these attempts to keep me alive." Which question would the nurse ask the client's spouse when preparing a discharge plan of care?

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The question about how often the client's spouse is left alone is important in determining if a caregiver will be needed in the discharge plan of care. This information could help ensure that the client's needs are being met when he is at home and may help prevent feelings of isolation or depression. The other answer choices are not as relevant to the client's current emotional and physical state.

After Years of Dialysis, an 84-Year-Old Client States, "I'm Exhausted