Author Question: Which, if any, of the following is not an example of family-centered care within palliative care? ... (Read 113 times)

james9437 · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

Which, if any, of the following is not an example of family-centered care within palliative care?

1. The child's parents are not invited to participate in medical rounds.
2. Educating the family on the child's pain assessment and pain care to allow them to assist in keeping the child comfortable.
3. Asking the family to help with daily patient care, such as bathing and positioning when appropriate.
4. Choices 2 and 3

Question 2

A newborn has been brought to the neonatal intensive care unit because of bladder exstrophy. The nurse should immediately:

1. Apply sterile gauze to the area.
2. Cover the area with petroleum jelly.
3. Cover the area with film wrap.
4. Place a Foley catheter.

mtmmmmmk · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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1. A child's family should participate in palliative care planning.
2. Family education is an important part of family-centered care.
3. Family involvement in daily care is an example of family-centered care.
4. Parents/guardians should be encouraged, but not required, to participate in medical rounds, nursing shift changes, patient care, and pain assessment at all times during palliative care.

Answer to Question 2

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1. The gauze will cause inflammation to the mucosa.
2. The jelly will cause inflammation to the mucosa.
3. The film wrap will help keep the mucosa moist and protected.
4. A Foley catheter is not used because of the increased risk of infection.