When the Nurse Is Developing a Care Plan for a Terminally

question 12

Multiple Choice

When the nurse is developing a care plan for a terminally ill patient,what might be a realistic goal?

• A)The patient will remain pain-free.
• B)The patient will function optimally.
• C)The patient will spend time out of bed.
• D)The patient will demonstrate improved nutritional status.

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Definitions:

Nursing Admission

The initial process of assessing and recording a new patient's health status upon entry into a nursing care facility.

Summation

The process of adding a sequence of numbers or quantities to get a total.

Changing Family Patterns

The variation and evolution in family structures and roles over time, reflecting societal changes.

Life Partner

A person with whom one has a long-term, committed relationship, sharing many aspects of their lives.