A Nurse Cares for a 13-Year-Old Adolescent with a Terminal

question 8

Multiple Choice

A nurse cares for a 13-year-old adolescent with a terminal illness.Which client statement does the nurse expect to hear from this client regarding death and dying?

• A)"I will go to sleep for a long time and then wake up."
• B)"I know that people die with my disease but I won't die."
• C)"I wonder what happens to people after death."
• D)"I know people die but I will defy my own death."

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Definitions:

Identity Crisis

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Cognitive Dissonance

The mental discomfort experienced by a person who holds two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time.

Relationship Satisfaction

The degree of contentment and fulfilment one feels in their romantic partnership, often influenced by communication, emotional support, and shared values.

Equity

The principle of fairness and impartiality, often applied in the context of law, finance, and social justice.