Which of the following are signs of a "good death." Select all that apply
A) minimal or moderate pain experienced
B) The person dies according to the wishes of the family.
C) The person dies with dignity.
D) The person is prepared for death.
E) The person has a sense of completion of life.
F) The person has a good relationship with healthcare providers.
C, D, E, F
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a. In the juxtamedullary nephrons c. In the peritubular capillaries b. In the cortical nephrons d. In the internal nephron
A patient with severe dementia can no longer recognize her only daughter and becomes anxious and agitated when the daughter attempts to reorient her. An alternative the nurse could suggest to the daughter is to:
a. wear a large name tag. b. visit her mother less often. c. talk about experiences they've shared. d. place clocks and calendars strategically.
"Off-label" means that a drug:
A. is available in Europe but not in the United States. B. is FDA approved for one use but being prescribed for another purpose. C. is in the "fast-track" process for FDA approval. D. has no FDA approval in any country.
The nurse has been assessing the patient's bowel sounds. Which action should the nurse implement before notifying the healthcare provider if the bowel sounds are absent?
a. Obtain an abdominal radiograph. b. Ambulate the patient. c. Assess related factors. d. Use an amplifying instrument.