The Family of a Client Nearing End-Of-Life Asks If They

question 3

Multiple Choice

The family of a client nearing end-of-life asks if they can leave to get dinner. Which client observation causes the nurse to suggest that the family wait a while longer before leaving the client?

• A) Cheyne-Stokes respiration pattern
• B) Apneic periods of 15 to 30 seconds
• C) Shallow respirations at 30 per minute
• D) Use of neck and shoulder muscles to breathe

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