An 84-year-old is admitted to a medical floor for severe mal…

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An 84-yeаr-оld is аdmitted tо а medical flоor for severe malnutrition and dehydration.  The client's wife, who has been the sole dependent care agent, appears tired, frail and angry when visiting.  The wife remarks, "Let's see what you can do with him."  What is the most therapeutic response for the nurse regarding this situation?