Lenny, a support worker, is working in a special care unit.One of his residents with dementia is deteriorating rapidly.Lenny recently lost his grandmother to Alzheimer's disease.Lenny is finding it increasingly difficult to care for this resident.What should Lenny do to best cope with his feelings?
A)Continue to care for this resident as this is part of his job.
B)Decrease the amount of time spent with the client so he can cope better.
C)Discuss his concerns with the client.
D)Discuss his concerns with his supervisor.

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Lenny should discuss his concerns with his supervisor. It is important to seek support and guidance from a supervisor or a counselor when dealing with difficult emotions and situations in a care unit. Decreasing the amount of time spent with the client or discussing concerns with the client may not be appropriate or effective approaches in this case. Continuing to care for the resident is part of Lenny's job, but it is also important to prioritize his own emotional well-being to prevent burnout and provide the best quality of care.

Lenny, a Support Worker, Is Working in a Special Care