A husband has agreed to admit his spouse,diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease (AD),to a long-term care facility.He is expressing feelings of guilt and symptoms of depression.Which appropriate nursing diagnosis and subsequent intervention would the nurse document?

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Rationale: The most appropriate nursing diagnosis and intervention for the husband is dysfunctional grieving; AD support group.Clients with AD are often at risk for trauma and have significant self-care deficits that require more care than a spouse may be able to provide.

A Husband Has Agreed to Admit His Spouse,diagnosed with Alzheimer's