A Client Who Is Terminally Ill Has Been Told of His

question 47

Multiple Choice

A client who is terminally ill has been told of his prognosis by his physician,but doesn't want his adult children to know he has only a few months to live.When the children approach you and request information about their father's prognosis,which actions would BEST represent the nurse in the role of client advocate?

• A)Ask that they not put you between them and their father.
• B)State you are unable to discuss this kind of information but would be happy to be present if their father requests the information be shared.
• C)Relate his prognosis to them factually,and ask that they not reveal who told them.
• D)Disclose the prognosis in a calm,caring manner,and provide a quiet place for them to pray.

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