Exam 10: Families in Palliative and End-of-Life Care

The family of a client with a terminal illness hesitates to agree to palliative care because of not wanting to give up on a possible cure. How should the nurse respond while also including a principle of palliative care?

The nurse helps the family decide whether a 13-year-old sibling should be present during the death of a younger brother. Which aspect should the nurse keep in mind when the family is making this decision?

The family of a client nearing end-of-life asks if they can leave to get dinner. Which client observation causes the nurse to suggest that the family wait a while longer before leaving the client?

The spouse of a client nearing death is concerned because the client's breathing is "so noisy." How should the nurse refer to the client's respiratory status when talking with the spouse?

The nurse providing palliative care to a client with a terminal illness is experiencing moral distress. Which situation most likely caused the nurse to experience this emotional response? Select all that apply.

The staff development trainer is preparing an educational program for nurses who provide palliative care. Which suggestion should the trainer make to encourage a trusting relationship between the nurse and family? Select all that apply.

A client assigned to a student nurse for care dies shortly after the student completes morning care. What should the nurse do to support the student at this time?

The hospice nurse learns that the spouse of a client with end-stage Alzheimer's disease has been the primary caregiver without assistance for the past 3 years. What are the risks to this spouse? Select all thatapply.

The nurse suspects that a client receiving palliative care is nearing end-of-life. What did the nurse assess to make this clinical determination? Select all that apply.

An interprofessional team meeting is scheduled to discuss the care needs for a client with a terminal illness. What should the nurse expect when participating in this meeting? Select all that apply.

The family of a client receiving palliative care for a terminal illness hesitate to call for the nurse since all staff seem to be too busy to address the client's needs. Which action should the nurse take to improve the connection with the family?