When Planning the Care of a Patient Who Is Terminally

question 12

Multiple Choice

When planning the care of a patient who is terminally ill, a nurse should include the prevention of pain and relief from discomfort.What should the nurse implement when administering pain medication?

• A) Narcotics have the potential for addiction.
• B) Pain medication must be given before the pain becomes unbearable.
• C) Pain medication should be given no more often than every 6 hours.
• D) Narcotics must be given as needed only.

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Definitions:

Miscarriage

The spontaneous loss of a pregnancy before the fetus can survive outside the womb, typically before 20 weeks of gestation.

Prematurity

The condition of being born before the completion of 37 weeks of gestation, often leading to health challenges for the infant.

Strange Situation

A research method developed by psychologist Mary Ainsworth to assess attachment relationships between a caregiver and a child.

Mary Ainsworth

A developmental psychologist known for her work in early emotional attachment with the "Strange Situation" assessment.