A nurse is developing a plan of care for a dying client. Which of the following physiologic basic human needs should be addressed?
A) Personal hygiene
B) Rsk for infection
C) Family support
D) Spirituality
Ans: A
Physiologic care of the dying client involves meeting physical needs such as personal hygiene, pain control, nutritional and fluid needs, movement, elimination, and respiratory care.
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A. Adrenal insufficiency B. Chronic renal failure C. Cushing's syndrome D. SIADH
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A) True B) False
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