A client being discharged after treatment for nephritis is concerned about having adequate stamina to care for her children after discharge. Which statement made by the nurse would be most appropriate to address the client's concern?
A)"Tell your spouse he has to help you."
B)"You will be able to keep up with your family's needs once you return home."
C)"It sounds like you need some help, so I'll contact Social Services for support."
D)"Maybe your children should stay with a relative or neighbor for a few weeks."

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A)The client will be easily fatigued and will need assistance after treatment for nephritis. The nurse should not assume that the client has a spouse. Also, the client might not have family nearby or neighbors who are available to care for her children for a few weeks. Thus, the nurse should contact Social Services to obtain support for the client.
B)The client will be easily fatigued and will need assistance after treatment for nephritis. The nurse should not assume that the client has a spouse. Also, the client might not have family nearby or neighbors who are available to care for her children for a few weeks. Thus, the nurse should contact Social Services to obtain support for the client.
C)The client will be easily fatigued and will need assistance after treatment for nephritis. The nurse should not assume that the client has a spouse. Also, the client might not have family nearby or neighbors who are available to care for her children for a few weeks. Thus, the nurse should contact Social Services to obtain support for the client.
D)The client will be easily fatigued and will need assistance after treatment for nephritis. The nurse should not assume that the client has a spouse. Also, the client might not have family nearby or neighbors who are available to care for her children for a few weeks. Thus, the nurse should contact Social Services to obtain support for the client.

A Client Being Discharged After Treatment for Nephritis Is Concerned