The father of a family was told he had metastatic pancreatic cancer too advanced for any treatment. Which of the following is the most appropriate intervention for the nurse?
a. Assisting the family in finding a physician who can offer hope and possible treatment
b. Helping the family deal with anxiety and uncertainty
c. Sharing information about hospice and family needs at the end of life
d. Trying to help the family find meaning in their situation
ANS: D
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A) Use a slipper bedpan. B) Apply a cold compress to the perineum. C) Have the patient lie in a supine position. D) Provide privacy for the patient.
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