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Legal and Documentation Considerations in End-of-Life Care ( 7 Questions)

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A nurse is caring for a client who has a terminal illness and has expressed a wish to die at home. The client's family is supportive of this decision and has arranged for hospice care. What is the nurse's priority action in this situation?

A Review the client's advance directives and code status with the family.

B Assess the client's pain level and administer analgesics as prescribed.

C Provide emotional support and counseling to the client and the family.

D Educate the client and the family about the signs and symptoms of impending death.

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