When death is near for a child, a nurse should be honest about actions the body will do in the last moments
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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1 . Informing the family about the involuntary actions at the time of death can help decrease the anxiety and fear around the situation.
2 . Informing the family about the involuntary actions at the time of death can help decrease the anxiety and fear around the situation.
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