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The Family Member of a Terminal Patient Asks, "Why Doesn't

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The family member of a terminal patient asks, "Why doesn't my mom speak to us anymore? She just gestures for us to come hold her hand. What is going on?" Based on this data, which response by the nurse is most appropriate?


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