Multiple Choice
The family members of a dying patient are distressed at the patient's restlessness and lack of sleep.They ask the nurse to "just give her something." What response by the nurse is best?
A) Administer a sedative or hypnotic.
B) Tell the family she'll soon be sleeping enough.
C) Try nonpharmacologic comfort measures.
D) Explain that medications are not used in this case.
Correct Answer:
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