A terminally ill patient says, "I know I will never get well, but," and the patient's voice trails off. Select the most therapeutic response by the nurse.

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This open-ended response is an example of following the patient's lead. It provides an opportunity for the patient to speak about whatever is on his mind. The distracters are not therapeutic; they block further communication, refocus the conversation, give advice, or suggest the nurse is uncomfortable with the topic.

A Terminally Ill Patient Says, "I Know I Will Never