Which patient should the nurse refer for hospice care?
A) A 70-yr-old patient with lymphoma whose children are unable to discuss issues related to dying
B) A 60-yr-old patient with chronic severe pain as a result of spinal arthritis and vertebral collapse
C) A 40-yr-old patient with AIDS-related dementia who needs palliative care and pain management
D) A 50-yr-old patient with advanced liver failure whose family members can no longer provide care in the home
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