A client has been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis.The client has experienced increased fatigue and worsening physical status and is finding it difficult to maintain the role of elder in his cultural community.The elder is expected to attend social events and make community decisions.Stress seems to exacerbate the condition.What action by the nurse is best?

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The nurse needs a more thorough understanding of the client's culture,including the meaning of illness and the ramifications of the elder not being able to perform traditional duties.This must be done prior to offering any possible solutions.If the nurse does not understand the consequences of what is suggested,the client may simply be unwilling to listen or participate in problem solving.The other options may be reasonable depending on the outcome of a better cultural understanding.

A Client Has Been Diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis