Practice Question
A hospice nurse is caring for a client who is terminally ill. Which of the following actions by the client demonstrates that they are effectively coping?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
The client journals about the experience of dying.
Rationale:
💎 Journaling is a constructive coping mechanism that helps clients express and process emotions about death.
💎 It allows for self-reflection and acceptance, indicating movement toward the acceptance stage of grief.
💎 Writing can reduce anxiety and fear associated with terminal illness.
💎 This action shows the client is addressing their reality rather than avoiding it.
💎 It supports emotional healing and psychological preparation for end-of-life.
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This question is from RN Community Health 2023 (2025) which contains 58 questions.
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
A. Refer a client who is recovering from a substance use disorder to a social service program.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Community Health
- Answer Choices: 4