An identified outcome for the family of the patient with a terminal illness is that family members will be able to provide psychological support to the dying patient.To help the family achieve this outcome,the nurse will develop a teaching plan that will include teaching about which of the following?
A)Bathing techniques.
B)Application of oxygen devices.
C)Recognition of the patient's needs and fears.
D)Hospice care.

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A dying patient's family is better prepared to provide psychological support if the nurse discusses with them ways to listen and respond to needs and fears of the dying person.Demonstration of bathing techniques and application of oxygen devices may help the family meet the patient's physical needs but would not provide psychological support for the patient.Information on when to contact the hospice nurse is important for the family to have and may help them feel they are being supported in caring for the dying patient.However,contact information does not help the family provide psychological support to the dying patient.

An Identified Outcome for the Family of the Patient with a Terminal