The nurse caring for the dying patient should understand the importance of:
1. frequent, thorough physical assessments.
2. not imposing repeated, unnecessary assessments.
3. current, updated health history from the patient.
4. limiting the amount of visitors allowed.
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It is important to be sensitive and not to impose repeated, unnecessary assessments on the dying patient.
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1. "I have noticed that it is more difficult for me to read signs when I am driving.". 2. "I have pain behind my eyes.". 3. "I have difficulty reading the newspaper.". 4. "I get dizzy when watching television.".
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a. emphasizing medication compliance b. identifying the patient's strengths and assets c. offering psychoeducational materials and groups d. focusing on feelings developed by the patient toward the nurse
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A. Toxic nodular goiter B. Mental and physical retardation C. Exophthalmos D. None of the above
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a. hepatic b. portal c. sinusoidal d. biliary