Which nursing intervention should be included in the plan of care for a patient dying of cancer?
a. Encourage at least one family member to remain at the bedside at all times.
b. Follow-up with other healthcare team members during weekly meetings.
c. Avoid discussing the dying process with family (to reduce sadness).
d. Encourage family members to participate in care of the patient when possible.
Question 2
When providing postmortem care, the nurse places dentures in the mouth and closes the eyes and mouth of the patient within 2 to 4 hours after death. Why is the timing of the action so important?
a. To prevent blood from settling in the head, neck, and shoulders
b. To perform these actions more easily before rigor mortis develops
c. To set the mouth in a natural position for viewing by the family
d. To prevent discoloration caused by blood settling in the facial area
Example of Health Care Services
Nursing care plan anxiety
Patient's forearm supported in bed
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