Terminal restlessness
a. Is involuntary thrashing or agitation
b. Is a common occurrence at the end of life
c. Occurs as a result of progressive shutdown of body systems
d. All of the above
D
All of the above are symptoms of terminal restlessness; muscle twitching, tossing and turning, and moaning are additional symptoms.
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