Which Staff Member Should Be Assigned to a Dying Client

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which staff member should be assigned to a dying client who is experiencing symptoms of emotional distress?

• A) UAP who can be spared to sit with the client
• B) LPN/LVN who has grown attached to the family
• C) RN who has experience as a hospice nurse
• D) Newly graduated RN

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Definitions:

Unrestrained Exuberance

An overflow of high spirits or unchecked enthusiasm, potentially leading to lack of self-control or caution.

Mania

A mental health condition characterized by excessively elevated mood, energy levels, and, in some cases, delusions or hallucinations, often associated with bipolar disorder.

Antisocial Personality

A personality disorder characterized by a long-term pattern of disregard for, or violation of, the rights of others, often manifesting in criminal behavior.

Major Depression

A common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think, and how you act, characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and/or a lack of interest in activities once enjoyed.