Author Question: Nurses have been providing care for a palliative client and his family for several weeks and one of ... (Read 61 times)

mmm · **on:** Jul 17, 2018

Nurses have been providing care for a palliative client and his family for several weeks and one of the nurses is beginning to experience the signs and symptoms of compassion fatigue (CF).

Which statements made by the nurses in the past week reflects that the nurse is experiencing CF?
A) I am so tired of taking care of the client; he just needs to go ahead and die.
B) I care so much for the client that I feel emotionally, physically, and spiritually spent.
C) I look forward to helping the client and can't wait to be at work.
D) I feel spiritually fulfilled caring for a dying client.

Question 2

A nurse is aware of the reality of terrorist threats in the United States and recognizes that terrorist events create a sudden demand on health care services. What action should the nurse prioritize in order to prepare for such an event?

A) Participate in emergency preparedness activities
B) Become certified in high-acuity nursing
C) Become politically active in the fight against terrorism
D) Teach clients and families about the reality of terrorism

todom5090 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 17, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: B
Feedback:
CF is a state of physical, emotional, and spiritual exhaustion that is a result of caring too much for an individual client. Stating that one is tired of taking care of a client displays apathy toward the client. Looking forward to helping a client and wanting to do so displays energy and optimism with no signs of CF. Feeling spiritually fulfilled provides a feeling of purpose for providing the care, which is not a sign of CF.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
Feedback:
It is important for all nurses to participate in emergency preparedness training programs offered by employers and community groups. This action is of greater benefit than achieving certification, being politically active, or teaching clients and families.