The nurse is caring for a client who is dying.When prioritizing care,which intervention will the nurse provide to meet the client's physiological needs?
A)Encourage frequent ambulation and deep breathing.
B)Initiate total nutrition intravenously.
C)Administer curative medications.
D)Encourage favorite foods as tolerated.

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Encouraging favorite foods as tolerated addresses the physiological need for nutrition in a way that is respectful of the client's preferences and comfort, which is especially important in end-of-life care.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Is Dying