The nurse is conducting a home visit and notes that the caregiver may be experiencing caregiver burnout. Which of the following assessments would support this finding?

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Assessment of the signs of caregiver burnout (e.g., sleeplessness, difficulty concentrating) is a critical role of the home care nurse. Weight gain is an indication that the caregivers' nutritional intake exceeds requirements. An increased use of respite care could indicate an increased involvement of the caregiver in outside support and activity groups. This assessment finding would require further assessment before linking it to caregiver burnout.

The Nurse Is Conducting a Home Visit and Notes That