Exam 27: Assessing the Dying Patient

The nurse is providing care to a patient who is diagnosed with terminal cancer. The patient states, "I am going to get another opinion. I don't feel like I am going to die." Based on this data, which stage of the grieving process is the patient experiencing?

The nurse is conducting an assessment for a hospice patient being cared for in the home. The caregiver appears to be experiencing stress. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

The family member of a terminal patient asks, "Why doesn't my mom speak to us anymore? She just gestures for us to come hold her hand. What is going on?" Based on this data, which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

In which circumstance can Kubler-Ross' stages of grief be applied most appropriately?

The nurse is providing care to a patient with terminal breast cancer. The nurse enters the patient's room and finds that the patient is crying and asking, "Why me? Why is God doing this to me?" Based on this data, which coping mechanism is the patient exhibiting?

The nurse is providing care to a Muslim patient who is near death. Which question by the nurse is appropriate in this situation?

Which assistive devices would be appropriate for the nurse to recommend for a terminal patient who is having difficulties with mobility? Select all that apply.

The nurse is conducting an admission assessment for a patient diagnosed with terminal cancer. Which question is appropriate when collecting information on the current health history?

The nurse is providing care to a patient who is diagnosed with terminal cancer. The nurse notes that the patient is sleeping a lot and does not wish to see family and friends. Based on this data, which stage of Kubler-Ross' grieving process is the patient experiencing?

The nurse is collecting biographical data during the physical assessment for a terminal patient. Which question is appropriate for the nurse to ask?

The caregiver asks the nurse, "What behaviors should I expect during the dying process?" Which responses by the nurse are appropriate? Select all that apply.

The nurse educator is teaching a group of students about cultural customs in relation to the process of death. Which culture may participate in Shiva after the death of a family member?

The nurse is admitting a patient with terminal brain cancer who is legally blind in both eyes. When planning care for this patient, which is the priority for the nurse to consider?

The nurse is providing care to a terminal patient who states, "I wonder if my faith is strong enough to allow me to go to heaven." Which stage of Kubler-Ross' grieving process is the patient experiencing?

Which will the nurse include when conducting a pain assessment for a terminal patient? Select all that apply.

The nurse educator is teaching a group of students about death. Which statement regarding how death is viewed in the United States is accurate?

The nurse is assessing a terminal patient who is in the process of dying. Which cardiovascular changes will the nurse monitor for during the physical assessment early in the dying process? Select all that apply.

The nurse is providing care to a patient who has just learned about the diagnosis of a terminal illness. Which response does the nurse anticipate from the patient?

The nurse educator is teaching a group of students about the different cultural rituals that are associated with grief and loss. Which statement by a student indicates correct understanding of the information presented?

During the admission assessment the patient states, "I am allergic to morphine." Which response by the nurse is the priority?