A Terminally Ill Patient Is Resting and the Spouse Is

question 17

Multiple Choice

A terminally ill patient is resting and the spouse is sitting quietly alone in the room. Which of the following can the nurse do at this time?

• A) Leave the spouse alone to sit quietly
• B) Talk with the spouse about the patient's needs and what the nurse can do to help
• C) Suggest the spouse return to home to get rest
• D) Encourage the spouse to stimulate the patient to keep him as alert as possible

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