After assessment and discussion with the family, the nurse had a list of 12 areas of need, none of which were life-threatening. Which need should the nurse address first?
A. The area in which the nurse was most expert
B. The area the family wanted to address first
C. The area in which the nurse would be most able to obtain resources to assist
D. The area that matched the agency's current marketing plan
Question 2
The family felt they were in crisis when the husband and father in the family died of a sudden cardiac arrest. What might be the most helpful actions the nurse could take to help? Select all that apply.
A. Assist the family to reach out to friends and neighbors for help in this difficult time.
B. Be an emotional support for the family in this time of grief and loss.
C. Help the family identify, recognize, and use their coping skills.
D. Suggest to the extended family that prepared food would at least keep the family fed.
E. Tell the family the names of some good funeral homes in the community.
F. Volunteer to watch the children while the adults attend the funeral.
Assessment of coordination: fingertip-to-nose touch.
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