As the dying 6-year-old child becomes incontinent of bowel and bladder, the nurse focuses care on methods to:
a. Keep the child hydrated
b. Spare the child embarrassment
c. Reduce odor in the room
d. Protect skin integrity
D
Incontinence of bowel and bladder is a common occurrence when death is near. Attention to skin care is paramount, such as keeping bed linens clean and dry and turning the patient frequently.
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____________________ are times when rheumatoid arthritis seems to worsen.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).