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You have been assigned the care of a 72 YO male diagnosed with stage 4 bladder cancer and admitted to the palliative care unit for the management of uncontrolled restlessness and discomfort. What are the mutual health goals of end-of-life care that will guide and organize your nursing actions? Select all that apply -
dying process. Improve the quality of the client's remaining life. Help ensure a dignified death. Provide emotional support for the family. When conduction an assessment on a client at the end of life, which of the following assessment findings might alert the nurse
change in breathing pattern and rate with periods of apnea. The collection of lung and throat secretions that create a rattling sound. Mottling on hands, feet, arms, and legs. Why is it essential to inquire about a patient's advanced directives
preferences and decision-making if they cannot communicate their wishes
What is the primary goal when managing pain for a patient at the
patients wishes while maintaining their comfort and quality of life When providing end-of-life care to a patient, it is also important to care for the grieving family. Nurses can be a support system for clients and their families going through grief and loss by showing empathy. Which of the following statements made by the nurse
going through a tough time; tell me more about what you are experiencing
Restlessness. Grimacing and moaning. DNR. Tachycardia.
moaning. daughter upset by rattling sound. daughter concerned about patients pain
Coarse crackles mottling to lower extremities
would be the most appropriate response by the nurse? Select all -
Validate their feelings. Offer resources that can help them through their grief. Respect their personal space