Mr. Jackson is terminally ill with metastatic cancer of the colon. His family notices that he is suddenly more focused and coherent. They are questioning whether he is really going to die. The nurse recognizes that a sudden surge of activity may occur
a. Moments before death
b. Days to hours before death
c. 1 to 2 weeks before death
d. 1 to 3 months before death
ANS: B
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