Asked by Ashley Jordan on Jun 25, 2024

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The nurse is developing a plan of care for a mother of three small children who has been admitted with a serious acute illness,which is likely to continue long term.The nurse writes the following intervention: "Facilitate communication between patient and significant other regarding the sharing of responsibilities to accommodate changes brought on by illness." The purpose of this intervention is to help:

A) Promote self-esteem
B) Promote positive body image
C) Facilitate role enhancement
D) Prevent depersonalization

Serious Acute Illness

A health condition that is severe in nature and requires immediate medical attention to prevent life-threatening complications.

Role Enhancement

The process of adding responsibilities or tasks to a job or role to make it more fulfilling or to increase job satisfaction.

Sharing of Responsibilities

The practice of distributing tasks and obligations among members of a group or team to efficiently achieve a common goal.

  • Recognize the impact of role conflicts and strains on psychological well-being.
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AB
Ashita BajajJun 26, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Facilitating communication between the patient and significant other regarding sharing of responsibilities to accommodate changes brought on by the illness can help facilitate role enhancement in the patient.The intervention is not designed to promote self-esteem or positive body image or to prevent depersonalization.