A nurse is caring for a dying client for the third day in a row. Upon entering the room, the nurse notes a great deal of stress and anxiety. What response by the nurse is best?

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Humor, if used appropriately, can break the ice and lighten the mood. The nurse, who has a relationship with the family after caring for the client for several days, would ask for lighthearted and funny stories about the client. The nurse would not ignore the situation and perform care quickly, nor would the nurse just leave the room. Client care may need to be done now. The family may not notice their stress or may not be able to verbalize a specific reason for it. They may also deny having stress.

A Nurse Is Caring for a Dying Client for the Third