A patient of Mexican American descent is dying. Which statements by the patient's only son are expected? Select all that apply.
A. "When the time of death gets closer, we would like him transferred to the inpatient hospice unit at the hospital."
B. "My sister is pregnant, so she really can't help with his care."
C. "We have already notified our priest about Dad's condition."
D. "My family members will be here at the house a lot right now."
E. "We don't want to worry him, so if there is any change in his condition, please talk to me about it."
Ans:
B. "My sister is pregnant, so she really can't help with his care."
C. "We have already notified our priest about Dad's condition."
D. "My family members will be here at the house a lot right now."
E. "We don't want to worry him, so if there is any change in his condition, please talk to me about it."
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