Exam 30: Dying, Death, and Grieving

As death approaches, a patient diagnosed with AIDS says, "I do not have enough energy for many visitors anymore and I am embarrassed about how I look. I only want to see my parents and sister." Which actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)

A child drowned while swimming in a local lake 2 years ago. Which behavior best indicates the child's parents are mourning in an effective way? The parents

One month ago, an adult died from cancer. Family members now gather at the adult's home to dispose of the deceased's belongings. Which comments demonstrate the family member is coping with the loss in an effective way? (Select all that apply.)

A patient who was widowed 18 months ago says, "I can remember good times we had without getting upset. Sometimes I even think about the disappointments. I am still trying to become accustomed to sleeping in the bed all alone." The work of mourning

A nurse talks with a woman who recently learned that her husband died while jogging. Select the appropriate statement for the nurse.

A patient with a new diagnosis of cancer says, "My father died of pancreatic cancer. I took care of him during his illness, so I know what is ahead for me." Which nursing diagnosis applies?

Four teenagers died in an automobile accident. Six months later, which behavior by the parents best demonstrates acceptance of the tragedy? The parents who

An adult says to the nurse, "The cancer in my neck spread in only 2 months. I've been cursed my whole life. Maybe if I had been more generous with others …" Considering the stages of grief described by Kübler-Ross, which stage is evident?

A wife received news that her husband died of heart failure and called her family to come to the hospital. She angrily tells the nurse who cared for him, "He would still be alive if you had given him your undivided attention." Select the nurse's most therapeutic action.

A woman just received notification that her husband died. She approaches the nurse who cared for him during his last hours and says angrily, "If you had given him your undivided attention, he would still be alive." Which analysis applies?

Which actions by a nurse are most appropriate when caring for a hospice patient? (Select all that apply.)

A patient with pancreatic cancer says, "I know I am dying, but I am still alive. I want to be in control as long as I can." Which reply by the nurse shows active listening?

After the death of his wife, a man says, "I can't live without her … she was my whole life." Select the nurse's most therapeutic reply.

A widower tells friends, "I am taking my neighbor out for dinner. It's time for me to be more sociable again." Considering the stages of grief described by Kübler-Ross, which stage is evident?

A widow repeatedly tells details of finding her elderly husband not breathing, performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and seeing him pronounced dead. Family members are concerned and ask, "What can we do?" The nurse should counsel the family that

A bystander was killed during a robbery 2 weeks ago. His widow, who is diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder, cries spontaneously when talking about his death. Select the nurse's most therapeutic response.

Which finding indicates successful completion of an individual's grief and mourning?

After a spouse's death, an adult repeatedly says, "I should have recognized what was happening and been more helpful." This adult is experiencing

Family members ask the nurse, "What can we say when our loved one says, 'Death is coming soon?'" To promote communication, which response could the nurse suggest for family members?

A hospice patient tells the nurse, "Life has been good. I am proud of being self-educated. I overcame adversity and always gave my best. I intend to die as I lived." The nurse planning care for this patient would recognize the importance of