Author Question: When a nurse is caring for a dying client, which of these nursing interventions would address the ... (Read 63 times)

berenicecastro · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

When a nurse is caring for a dying client, which of these nursing interventions would address the client's spiritual needs?

a. using touch
b. making small talk with the client and family
c. keeping the client's room dark and quiet
d. ensuring that other staff do not disturb the client and family

Question 2

What is the nurse's FIRST priority when implementing care for a client who is dying?

a. providing technically proficient care to the client
b. supporting the client's family
c. communicating caring to the client and family
d. assisting the family in making funeral arrangements

cassie_ragen · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A
The nurse can help address the client's spiritual needs by being available for prayer, contacting the client's spiritual advisor, and communicating empathy, using touch. The nurse should also be sensitive to the needs of family members, allowing them to participate in the client's care as desired and respecting their individual ways of grieving.

Answer to Question 2

C
The nurse's first priority when implementing care for a client who is dying is to communicate caring to the client and family. The presence of a comforting nurse can make a tremendous difference to the client.