When Asked by Family Members of a Terminally Ill Patient

question 25

Multiple Choice

When asked by family members of a terminally ill patient what benefit their loved one would experience as a result of dehydration, a nurse explains that which of the following is true?

• A) Mucous secretions increase and provide comfort to the mouth and throat.
• B) Dehydration will contribute to less edema and discomfort from ascites.
• C) Gastric fluid excretions increase so as to lessen nausea.
• D) Urinary output decreases, which results in less discomfort from toileting.
• E) Dehydration increases endorphin production and decreases perception of pain.

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