A patient is terminally ill and has become unconscious. The spouse of the patient is very upset even though the patient has not yet died. What might the spouse be experiencing?
A) Anticipatory grief
B) False hope
C) Regret
D) Denial
Ans: A
Feedback: Preparation for impending death can precipitate the experience of anticipatory
grieving.
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A) "The melanocytes in my subcutaneous tissue will protect me from sun damage." B) "I will avoid the sun between the peak hours of 10 am and 4 pm. C) "Sunscreen is important to wear during all daytime hours." D) "I can still experience sun damage despite my dark skin tones."
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1. 13.7 2. 19.5 3. 18.7 4. 14.3
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Understanding the increased risk poor physical environment creates for this client, the nurse will focus on which of the following during the intake phase of the interview? 1. Lack of social support 2. Recent history of chills and body aches 3. Improper nutrition 4. Few personal resources
The most effective way in the acute care environment to determine the client's identity before administering medications is to:
1. Ask the client's name 2. Check the name on the chart 3. Ask the other caregivers 4. Check the client's name band