A nurse is teaching a client who has a child with pertussis. Which of the following information should the nurse include?

Choice A reason: Arranging for Meals on Wheels assistance is not the priority action, as it does not address the underlying issue of the client's partner's refusal to help with feeding. Meals on Wheels may also not be suitable for the client's dietary needs and preferences.

Choice B reason: Determining the client's ability to self-feed is the priority action, as it will help the nurse assess the client's nutritional status and needs, as well as the level of support required from the partner or other caregivers. The nurse can also educate the partner on the importance of adequate nutrition and hydration for the client, and provide strategies to facilitate feeding.

Choice C reason: Directing the home health aide to assist with meals is not the priority action, as it may not be feasible or acceptable to the client or the partner. The home health aide may also not have the skills or training to assist with feeding a client with Alzheimer's disease.

Choice D reason: Referring the client's partner to an Alzheimer's support group is not the priority action, as it does not address the immediate problem of the client's lack of eating. However, it may be a helpful intervention in the long term, as it can provide the partner with emotional support, education, and resources to cope with the challenges of caring for a client with Alzheimer's disease.

Choice A reason: Implementing a disaster triage plan with a local medical facility is not an action that the nurse is engaging in disaster preparedness efforts. This is an action that the nurse is engaging in disaster response efforts, which are the actions taken during or immediately after a disaster to save lives, minimize injuries, and protect property.

Choice B reason: Functioning as a manager at a temporary shelter is not an action that the nurse is engaging in disaster preparedness efforts. This is an action that the nurse is engaging in disaster recovery efforts, which are the actions taken after a disaster to restore the normal functioning of the community and the environment.

Choice C reason: Assisting with the identification of a biological agent is not an action that the nurse is engaging in disaster preparedness efforts. This is an action that the nurse is engaging in disaster mitigation efforts, which are the actions taken before, during, or after a disaster to reduce or eliminate its impact.

Choice D reason: Organizing a mass casualty drill for community members is an action that the nurse is engaging in disaster preparedness efforts. This is an action that the nurse is engaging in disaster prevention efforts, which are the actions taken before a disaster to prevent or minimize its occurrence or effects. A mass casualty drill is a simulation exercise that tests the readiness and capacity of the health care system and the community to respond to a large-scale emergency.