Validation of a dying person's life would be demonstrated by which nursing action?
a. Taking pictures of visitors
b. Calling the organ donation coordinator
c. Listening to family stories about the person
d. Providing quiet visiting time
ANS: C
Listening to family members' stories validates the importance of the dying individual's life and reinforces the dignity of the person's life. Taking pictures of visitors does not address the value of a person's life. Calling organ donation and providing private visiting time are components of the dying process, but they do not validate a dying person's life.
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