Practice Question
Which of the following is an appropriate nursing intervention when providing comfort and support for a child when death is imminent?
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Correct Answer:
Limit care to essentials such as mouth care
Rationale:
💠 When death is imminent, the nurse’s goal is to promote comfort and dignity, not prolong procedures or cause unnecessary distress.
💠 Limiting care to essentials, such as mouth care, gentle repositioning, and maintaining skin integrity, helps keep the child comfortable and prevents discomfort from invasive or unnecessary interventions.
💠 Vital signs and routine assessments are discontinued, as they no longer contribute to comfort.
💠 The environment should remain quiet, calm, and soothing, allowing the family to spend peaceful time with the child.
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This question is from NSG 234 Exam II which contains 36 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Pediatrics
- Answer Choices: 4