A nurse has just finished a presentation to peers regarding barriers to excellent end-of-life care. Which statement by a peer would indicate the need for further education by the nurse?
A) In general, healthcare professionals have difficulty in being honest with clients when discussing a poor prognosis.
B) Most clients have good pain control when they die.
C) When a client is dying, there can be disagreements about the goal of care.
D) Referrals to hospice or palliative care often aren't made.
Question 2
The nurse is caring for an older patient with a stage II pressure ulcer. Which product will the nurse use to clean the wound at the next dressing change?
1. Saline
2. Dakin's solution
3. Povidone-iodine
4. Hydrogen peroxide