Ati Med Surg Final Exam Nsg 232

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A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving hospice care in the home. The family asks, 'how will we know when death is near?' The nurse should inform the family that which of the following signs indicates that death is approaching? (Select all that apply.)

A. Confusion and restlessness. B. Increased appetite and thirst. C. Increase in urinary and bowel output. D. Increased fatigue and sleep. E. Excess secretions in the throat and decrease swallow reflex.

Correct Answer: A,D,E

Rationale: Confusion, increased fatigue and sleep, and excess throat secretions with decreased swallow reflex are common signs of approaching death.

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