During an assessment the nurse determines that an older patient dying from a terminal illness is experiencing common fears. What fears did this nurse assess in the patient? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Dying alone
2. Loss of consciousness
3. Loss of bladder control
4. Leaving loved ones behind
5. Becoming a burden to others
1,2,3,5
Rationale: Common fears and concerns of the dying include dying alone.
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