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penza

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on: Jul 22, 2018
Characteristics of nurses who successfully care for clients in hospice include: Standard Text: Select all that apply.
 
  1. Discipline.
  2. Dedication.
  3. Compassion.
  4. Distancing.
  5. Power.

Question 2

When preparing to teach the elderly client, it would be important to assess which of the following first?
 
  1. Hair and scalp condition
  2. Weight loss or weight gain
  3. Vision and hearing
  4. Mental status


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jamesnevil303

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

1,2,3
Rationale: The nurse must be able to prioritize care and remember that client and family emotions are not directed at the nurse, but at the loss.

Answer to Question 2

3
Rationale: The nurse should assess vision and hearing in order to customize the teaching plan to optimize the client's understanding.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Excellent

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