The Family of an Older Patient Who Is Terminally Ill

question 15

Multiple Choice

The family of an older patient who is terminally ill wants to know if the patient can have a massage to help with the pain. How should the nurse respond to the family? Select all that apply.

• A) "It might reduce the patient's anxiety."
• B) "It might help reduce the patient's pain."
• C) "It might help the patient breathe better."
• D) "It could help improve the patient's mood."
• E) "It could cause the patient more discomfort."

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Definitions:

Epidermis

The outermost layer of skin, serving as a barrier against environmental damage and pathogens.

Sweat Gland

A gland that produces sweat, found in the skin of mammals, which helps in thermoregulation and excretion.

Sebaceous Gland

A small gland in the skin which secretes a lubricating oily matter (sebum) into the hair follicles to lubricate the skin and hair.

Stratum Basale

The deepest layer of the epidermis, responsible for generating new skin cells.