The hospice nurse supports the family coping task of establishing a relationship with the health care team by
a. discussing the functioning of the family unit without the loved one.
b. explaining the roles of all interdisciplinary team members.
c. giving permission to take time to maintain friendships.
d. providing brief explanations about the care being delivered.
B
To establish a relationship with the health care team, the nurse should explain the roles of all in-terdisciplinary team members, establish trust, and maintain open lines of communication.
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