The son of a client in the initial stage of the dying process is concerned that, "Mom just isn't eat-ing much." The nurse responds most therapeutically by answering:
1. "Her body systems are beginning to shut down and she just doesn't need as much food."
2. "Her pain medication may be making her nauseated. Has she complained or been vomiting?"
3. "We can off her frequent, small portions of her favorite foods. Can you suggest some things she might enjoy?"
4. "Right now solid foods are not as important as drinking. Just be sure she contin-ues to take in plenty of fluids."
ANS: 3
Medications, depression, decreased activity, decreased blood flow to the gastrointestinal tract; nausea produces anorexia. Offer smaller portions of client preferred foods. Treat underlying cause of anorexia. Do not force food on actively dying client. While the other options are not in-accurate, the most therapeutic response offers the son an appropriate action that might encourage his mother's eating.
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