Author Question: During a child's last stage of dying, the parents ask if the child is able to hear. What should the ... (Read 78 times)

bobthebuilder · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

During a child's last stage of dying, the parents ask if the child is able to hear. What should the nurse respond to the parents?

A) No, now that she is semicomatose, she is unable to hear you..
B) No one really knows, so it is a good idea not to speak too loudly..
C) Yes, she is able to hear and fully comprehend everything that is said..
D) Yes, she can hear and may also understand most of what is being said..

Question 2

The nurse is planning care to help young parents adjust to their newborn's long-term illness. Which assessment findings about the parents will help the nurse plan for their care? (Select all that apply.)

A) Parents belong to a local church.
B) Parents have strong ties with their parents and siblings.
C) Parents are strong in their marriage and frequently hold hands.
D) Parents state issues with having to spend time at the hospital instead of working.
E) Parents are overheard discussing the cost of the medical care and if insurance will cover it.

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

Answer to Question 1

D
Feedback:
A loss of consciousness occurs as children grow closer and closer to death; although, they may remain perfectly alert until seconds before death. Because hearing is one of the last senses lost, the nurse may need to remind family members and other health care personnel that the child may not be able to respond but may be able to hear. Continue to explain procedures to unconscious children as if they were conscious because they undoubtedly do hear. Never make any comment in the child's presence that would not be made if the child were alert.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, C
Feedback:
Factors that ease parental adjustment to a child's long-term illness include having a strong religious faith, having a good relationship with their parents, having support people available such as siblings, and having a good marital bond. Having concerns about missing work and having enough money for medical care are not findings that will help the parents adjust to their newborn's long-term illness.