How Can a Nurse Encourage Communication with a Dying Patient

question 1

Multiple Choice

How can a nurse encourage communication with a dying patient? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Address the patient by name at every opportunity.
• B) Use direct questions to inquire about the patient's concerns relative to health and end-of-life issues.
• C) Complete care with a minimum of conversation to encourage questions from the patient.
• D) Provide empathetic touching during care to show concern.
• E) Sit down in the room to converse with the patient.

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