The Nurse Is Caring for a Terminal Ill Client in the Final

question 30

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a terminal ill client in the final stages of the death process when the client's daughter asks,"Why are you putting drops in dad's eyes?" The nurse responds more accurately by telling the daughter that:

• A) "His blinking reflex is gone and these drops lubricate his corneas."
• B) "The drops will keep the corneas moist since you have donated them."
• C) "They are artificial tears that will keep his eyes from becoming dry and painful."
• D) "They were prescribed for him but I won't instill them if you prefer that I don't"