The nurse is providing care to a child who is nearing death. Which nursing actions may offer the family support?
1. Using active listening techniques
2. Looking the parents in the eye when talking
3. Refusing to cry while in the child's room
4. Offering to call and notify family
5. Avoiding being in the room to allow the family to grief
1, 2, 4
Explanation:
1. Active listening encourages the parents to talk if they feel the need.
2. This behavior indicates willingness to listen.
3. This is no longer considered inappropriate and allows the parents to know that the nurse feels sadness at the loss.
4. This would be appropriate and helpful to the parents.
5. The nurse should provide support to the parents. Often just sitting in the room quietly is an appropriate intervention.
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