Several of the residents the nursing assistant is caring for are reporting joint discomfort and back pain and so they do not want to do much care for themselves. What is the best approach for the nursing assistant to use to encourage the residents to be independent? Select all that apply.

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Some chronic conditions, such as arthritis, are painful. Living with pain can disrupt a person's life. Constant pain or discomfort reduces a person's physical abilities and limits the person's ability to interact socially with others. For a person with a chronic condition, there will be good days when the person feels well and there will be bad days when symptoms make it hard to function. This can become very tiresome for the person. It is important for the nursing assistant to understand the roller-coaster ride of living with a chronic condition. The nursing assistant cannot expect residents to perform at the same level every day. The assistant must adapt to their good days and bad days by being flexible in the approach and the amount of assistance provided. Learning about each resident's conditions will help the assistant to understand each resident's struggles and limitations. The nursing assistant's encouragement and support can help residents maintain their sense of independence and dignity.

Several of the Residents the Nursing Assistant Is Caring for Are