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What is the first thing the nurse should do before involving the family in the care of a dying patient?
 
  a. Ask the patient if he or she wants family care
  b. Ask family members if they want to assist with care
  c. Check the hospital policy on the family giving care
  d. Set a caring example

Question 2

At what age does a child typically possess the physiological, neuromuscular, and psychological maturity necessary to master toilet training?
 
  a. 6 to 10 months
  b. 10 to 14 months
  c. 14 to 18 months
  d. 18 to 24 months



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Ascertaining whether the family wants to assist in the patient's daily care will clarify what the family members are comfortable doing.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Children reach psychological and physiological maturity for toilet training by 18 to 24 months.



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