121. A community health nurse is conducting a home visit for a patient with newly diagnosed Alzheimer’s disease. The patient’s spouse is the primary caregiver and is struggling with behavioral changes. What clinical nursing intervention is most appropriate?
A.
Advise institutionalization immediately
B.
Educate on disease progression, behavioral management strategies, provide emotional support, and connect to caregiver support groups and respite care
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C.
Tell them to ignore the behaviors
D.
Only provide information about medications
📖 Additional Information
Advise institutionalization immediately
Educate on disease progression, behavioral management strategies, provide emotional support, and connect to caregiver support groups and respite care
