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CEN Practice Exam (Certified Emergency Nurse)

Category - Patient Care

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Which of the following would not encourage effective communication between a dying patient and his family?
  1. Discussing feelings openly
  2. Making decisions for the family and patient
  3. Assisting family and patient in performing spiritual practices
  4. Acceptance when family and patient express anger
Explanation
Answer: B - Making decisions for the family and patient would not encourage them to have effective communication. It is important to encourage the patient and the family to express their feeling and anger if they need to. Spiritual practices are also a very important part of a patient and family’s dying process.
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