The nurse is assessing a patient who was diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer. The nurse notes that the patient is exhibiting signs of loss, grief, and intense sadness
Based upon this assessment data, the nurse will document that the patient is in what stage of death and dying?
A) Depression
B) Denial
C) Anger
D) Acceptance
Ans: A
Feedback: Loss, grief, and intense sadness indicate depression. Denial is indicated by the refusal to admit the truth or reality. Anger is indicated by rage and resentment. Acceptance is indicated by a gradual, peaceful withdrawal from life.
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The nurse assesses a patient with pernicious anemia. Which assessment finding would the nurse expect?
a. Yellow-tinged sclerae b. Shiny, smooth tongue c. Numbness of the extremities d. Gum bleeding and tenderness
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c. DA equation: d. Evaluation: Indicate with an arrow the amount to be added to the syringe with the nearest measurable dose.
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