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The nurse is caring for a dying client. The family is present. Which action by the nurse is likely to be most therapeutic?
 
  a. Encouraging the family to leave the bedside for a break
  b. Asking the family to leave while the nurse bathes the client
  c. Telling the family members that the nurse will give the client good care
  d. Involving the family members in the client's care

Question 2

The nurse caring for a terminally ill client notes that the spouse is beginning to distance himself from the client. The nurse suspects that the spouse is exhibiting which of the following?
 
  a. Mourning
  b. Bereavement
  c. Grief work
  d. Anticipatory grief



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D



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