The nurse is providing support to a family who is experiencing anticipatory grief related to their child's imminent death. An appropriate nursing intervention is to
a. Be available to family.
b. Attempt to "lighten the mood."
c. Suggest activities to cheer up the family.
d. Discourage crying until actual time of death.
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A When death is imminent, care should be limited to interventions for palliative
care.
B Music may be used to provide comfort to the child.
C Vital signs do not need to be measured frequently.
D The nurse should speak to the child in a clear, distinct voice.
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