A client wishes to discontinue treatment for his cancer. Acting as the client advocate, the nurse makes which statement to the client's physician?
A)
"The family must be involved in this decision."
B)
"Let's educate the family about the consequences of this decision."
C)
"The client is making his own decision."
D)
"The client would benefit from additional information about treatment options."
C
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In a quasi-experimental study design, the group that receives standard care is usually referred to as the
a. comparison group. b. control group. c. experimental group. d. treatment group.
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What is the patient's level of anxiety? a. Mild b. Moderate c. Severe d. Panic
The nurse is providing care for the family of a child who is diagnosed with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Which priority nursing diagnosis should the nurse include in the plan of care?
1. Anticipatory Grieving 2. Risk for Impaired Parenting 3. Compromised Family Coping 4. Parental Role Conflict