A Nurse Is Caring for a Terminally Ill Client Who

question 1

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a terminally ill client who has just died in a hospital setting with family members at the bedside.Which action should the nurse take first?

• A) Call for emergency assistance so that resuscitation procedures can begin.
• B) Ask family members if they would like to spend time alone with the client.
• C) Ensure that a death certificate has been completed by the physician.
• D) Request family members to prepare the client's body for the funeral home.

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Definitions:

Acceptance

The act of receiving or agreeing to something, acknowledging its validity or legality.

Bias

A preconceived opinion or preference that can influence judgment and decisions unconsciously or consciously.

Empathy

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person from their point of view.

Assertiveness

A communication style characterized by confidently expressing one's feelings, needs, and rights in a direct, honest, and respectful way.