The nurse desires to become a member of a hospice team. What should the nurse expect to do when providing hospice care?
A) Stay with the patient around-the-clock.
B) Encourage the patient to maintain independence.
C) Instruct the patient to stop eating food and fluids.
D) Provide support and education to family members.

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Hospice care focuses on providing comfort and support to patients and their families during the end of life. Nurses on hospice teams provide support and education to family members, helping them to understand the patient's condition and to cope with the emotional and practical challenges of caring for a dying loved one.

The Nurse Desires to Become a Member of a Hospice