A nurse cares for a dying client. Which manifestation of dying ...

[j.rubin]

A nurse cares for a dying client. Which manifestation of dying should the nurse treat first?
 
  a. Anorexia
  b. Pain
  c. Nausea
  d. Hair loss

Question 2

A nurse is caring for clients as a member of the rehabilitation team. Which activities should the nurse complete as part of the nurse's role? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Maintain the safety of adaptive devices by monitoring their function and making repairs.
  b. Coordinate rehabilitation team activities to ensure implementation of the plan of care.
  c. Assist clients to identify support services and resources for the coordination of services.
  d. Counsel clients and family members on strategies to cope with disability.
  e. Support the client's choices by acting as an advocate for the client and family.

[Galvarado142]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Only symptoms that cause distress for a dying client should be treated. Such symptoms include pain, nausea and vomiting, dyspnea, and agitation. These problems interfere with the client's comfort. Even when symptoms, such as anorexia or hair loss, disturb the family, they should be treated only if the client is distressed by their presence. The nurse should treat the client's pain first.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, E
The rehabilitation nurse's role includes coordination of rehabilitation activities to ensure the client's plan of care is effectively implemented and advocating for the client and family. The biomedical technician monitors and repairs adaptive and electronic devices. The social worker assists clients with support services and resources. The clinical psychologist counsels clients and families on their psychological problems and on strategies to cope with disability.

[j.rubin]

Thank you

[Galvarado142]

No problemo