In Order to Most Effectively Address the Discomfort of Limited

question 28

Multiple Choice

In order to most effectively address the discomfort of limited oral fluid intake for a client in the latter stages of the dying process,the nurse should:

• A) Provide mouth care at least every 2 hours
• B) Offer ice chips each time the client is visited
• C) Provide the client frequent sips of a favorite beverage
• D) Moisten the client's lips with an appropriate water based lubricant

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