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(B)Many families have a patient who has chronic disabilities or an elder who needs somelevel of care and support. Family caregivers are thus important because they can deal withdaily activities and offer physical and emotional support for the patient or the elderly, and helpthem get through the difficult time more easily. Although caregiving is a meaningful job, it isout of question a stressful one, too. Family caregivers are often called “secondary patients” because their health and safetyare at risk. Many caregivers are under overwhelming stress of caregiving, so they may easilyignore their own health care needs, leading to signs of caregiver burnout, such as feelingconstantly exhausted and resentful, becoming short-tempered, having difficulty in sleeping,and losing interest in their work. Some caregivers may even be in a crisis situation that putsthem at risk of hurting the one they care for. It is thus important for caregivers to take goodcare of themselves. Researchers have provided many tips for family caregivers to alleviate their stress andempower themselves. For example, caregivers should constantly acknowledge their efforts andremind themselves of the meaningful things they have done. Although they may not be perfectcaregivers, their support and efforts do matter greatly for the one they care for. In addition, it isimportant for caregivers to reward and pamper themselves. They can give themselves a shortbreak every day, and use the time to do something nice simply for themselves, such aswatching a movie, baking some dessert, or enjoying some alone time. When caregivers feelburnt out, they can also talk to a family member or friend who can listen to them andacknowledge their efforts in caregiving. Everyone needs a listening ear, so do familycaregivers. Moreover, they should see a doctor to seek medical assistance when necessary.With support from family, friends or doctors, caregivers will be more capable of dealing withtheir own feelings and regaining their energy and optimism. In conclusion, family caregiving is a rewarding and meaningful job, but it can alsobecome difficult and exhausting. It is important for caregivers to understand their own healthcare needs and deal with them properly because their love and support for themselves can alsobenefit the one they care for.
73. What is the main purpose of the passage?
(A) To propose that there should be more family caregiver support groups.
(B) To suggest that caregivers take care of their own health care needs.
(C) To draw readers’ attention to the difficulty in caregiving.
(D) To teach caregivers how to handle specific patient problems.

參考答案

答案：B
難度：簡單0.806452
統計：A(0),B(25),C(1),D(2),E(0)

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