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nmorano1

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A nurse explains to family members that they can anticipate that death is very near for their loved one when they see which of the following? Select all that apply.
 
  1. Mottling of feet and legs
  2. Edema of lower extremity
  3. Slow and thready pulse
  4. Agitation and withdrawal
  5. Nonresponsiveness

Question 2

A terminally ill patient asks a nurse to promise him that all of his symptoms and discomfort will be effectively managed until his death. The nurse promises the patient with confidence that
 
  1. Pain can be relieved.
  2. Nausea can be managed.
  3. Respiratory distress can be eliminated.
  4. All of the above.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: 1, 2, 3, 5

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 4





 

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