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Capo

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You are working on the oncology division at a local hospital. An elderly patient has just passed away. He was very close to his grandchildren. To address care of the family, the nurse should
 
  A) Assist with funeral arrangements at the mortuary
  B) Assure preschoolers it is not their fault
  C) Tell toddlers grandpa died and is not coming back
  D) Only allow immediate family with the deceased

Question 2

The daughter of an ill patient states, I feel so guilty that I have to go to work and cannot be with my mother. The nurse realizes this statement reflects
 
  A) Caregiver role conflict
  B) Separation anxiety
  C) Coping with change
  D) Fear of the unknown



katieost

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Answer to Question 1

Ans: B

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A



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Capo

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Both answers were spot on, thank you once again




 

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