The terminally ill client is crying as the family leaves the room. The nurse identifies the following nursing diagnoses as likely reasons for the clients tears: Standard Text: Select all that apply

1. Fear
2. Hopelessness
3. Powerlessness
4. Risk for Caregiver Role Strain
5. Grieving


1,2,3,5
Rationale: The client may fear being alone when the family leaves.

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