An older patient has moved into an adult child's home after an extended stay at a rehabilitation facility.The patient complains the child is now "the boss" and the child complains about caregiving duties.What action by the nurse is best?

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Mediating a family meeting to discuss roles allows both parties to express their concerns and reach a compromise. It also promotes communication and understanding within the family. Helping the older patient find another place to live or suggesting assisted living may not be necessary if the family conflict can be resolved through communication. Simply listening empathetically may not address the issue at hand.

An Older Patient Has Moved into an Adult Child's Home