The Nurse Is Caring for a Client on the Unit

question 27

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client on the unit who has just died. The client's adolescent daughter is very quiet, and the nurse attempts to talk with her. The adolescent remains silent, not wishing to talk about the loss. Which action by the nurse is appropriate to assist the adolescent?

• A)Ask the doctor to prescribe a sedative for the adolescent.
• B)Ask the adolescent if any friends are available to talk.
• C)Provide the adolescent with paper, pens, and pencils.
• D)Notifying the hospital chaplain to come talk with the adolescent.

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