The spouse of a dying client states that she is concerned that her husband is choking to death.What is the nurse's best response?

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The choking sound or "death rattle" is common in dying clients.The nurse should acknowledge the spouse's concerns and provide interventions that will reduce the choking sounds.Repositioning the client onto one side with a towel under the mouth to collect secretions is the best intervention.Morphine will assist with comfort but will not decrease the choking sounds.Nasal tracheal suctioning is not appropriate in a dying client.The nurse should not minimize the spouse's concerns.

The Spouse of a Dying Client States That She Is