The nurse is conducting an assessment for a hospice patient being cared for in the home. The caregiver appears to be experiencing stress. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

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Assessing the caregiver for burnout is the most appropriate action because it directly addresses the caregiver's well-being, which is crucial for both the caregiver and the patient's care. It is within the nurse's scope of practice to assess and provide support for caregiver stress and burnout, unlike prescribing medication which requires a medical provider's authority.

The Nurse Is Conducting an Assessment for a Hospice Patient