Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 63%
Simulated
The parents of a young adult diagnosed with schizophrenia are providing care for the client in their home. During a home visit, the parents state, 'it's been so difficult taking care of our child. We need a break. But our child needs constant supervision.' Which would be appropriate for the nurse to suggest?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Rationale:
A: Respite residential care would provide the parents with a break while ensuring the client receives necessary supervision. This option allows for temporary relief without compromising the client's care.
B: Acute inpatient care would be too restrictive and not necessary for someone who needs supervision but not intensive treatment.
C: Intensive outpatient program may not provide the parents with the break they need as the client still requires constant supervision.
D: Partial hospitalization is more intensive than needed in this situation and may not address the parents' need for respite.
A: Respite residential care would provide the parents with a break while ensuring the client receives necessary supervision. This option allows for temporary relief without compromising the client's care.
B: Acute inpatient care would be too restrictive and not necessary for someone who needs supervision but not intensive treatment.
C: Intensive outpatient program may not provide the parents with the break they need as the client still requires constant supervision.
D: Partial hospitalization is more intensive than needed in this situation and may not address the parents' need for respite.