When caring for a patient with terminal acute myeloid leukemia (AML) receiving supportive care at home, the home care nurse should ensure that the family:
A) Avoids grieving while the patient is living
B) Is informed about complications of infection and bleeding
C) Provides all levels of care all the time
D) Encourages the patient to seek other treatments
Ans: B
Feedback: The home care nurse should ensure that the patient and family have information regarding avoiding complications such as infection and bleeding. Anticipatory grieving is essential during this phase of patient care. Family members should be encouraged to seek assistance when required and to take care of themselves. Patient and family decisions about care and treatment of the disease should be supported and respected.
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