While Caring for a Client Who Is Approaching Death,the Nurse

question 26

Multiple Choice

While caring for a client who is approaching death,the nurse notices the client's facial expression of extreme sadness.What should the nurse do?

• A)Leave the client alone.
• B)Provide physical care to increase comfort.
• C)Acknowledge the client's expression,and ask whether the client would like to talk about her feelings.
• D)Offer to provide pain medication.

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