A Large Family of a Patient with Terminal Cancer Pain

question 41

Multiple Choice

A large family of a patient with terminal cancer pain is constantly calling to report that the patient is in pain or needs to be moved or needs a drink.The nurse is having difficulty caring for other patients because this family is so demanding.What is the best way to deal with this situation?

• A) Ask the family to leave.
• B) Teach the family how to help provide for the patient's basic needs.
• C) Show the family the hospital policy stating that only two visitors are allowed in the room at a time.
• D) Negotiate with the family that if they avoid using the call light, the nurse will check on the patient every 30 minutes.

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