A Terminally Ill Patient Who Is Not Able to Talk

question 14

Multiple Choice

A terminally ill patient who is not able to talk is demonstrating restlessness. What actions can the nurse take to help this patient achieve comfort? (Select all that apply.)

• A)Medicate for pain.
• B)Elevate the head of the bed.
• C)Measure oxygen saturation.
• D)Reposition the patient in bed.
• E)Ensure incontinence pad is clean and dry.

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Definitions:

Personally Insolvent

Personally Insolvent refers to an individual's financial state where they are unable to pay their debts as they come due.

Claims of Creditors

The rights of creditors to receive payment from a debtor's assets.

Journal Entry

An accounting transaction recorded in a journal such that it includes the date, accounts affected, amounts, and description of the transaction.

Debit

An accounting entry that represents either an increase in assets or expenses or a decrease in liabilities, equity, or revenue.