When the Dying Patient Becomes Delirious, What Should the Nurse

question 8

Multiple Choice

When the dying patient becomes delirious, what should the nurse encourage the family to do?

• A) Leave the room and wait outside until the delirium clears.
• B) Hold the patient's hand, but say nothing, because hearing stays intact until death.
• C) Remain near the bed and speak to the patient in loud tones to stimulate the patient.
• D) Touch the patient, call the patient by name, and speak in reassuring tones.

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