The Family Members of a Dying Patient Are Distressed at the Patient's

question 14

Multiple Choice

The family members of a dying patient are distressed at the patient's restlessness and lack of sleep.They ask the nurse to "just give her something." What response by the nurse is best?

• A)Administer a sedative or hypnotic.
• B)Tell the family she'll soon be sleeping enough.
• C)Try nonpharmacologic comfort measures.
• D)Explain that medications are not used in this case.

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