The nurse determines that a terminally ill client is nearing death.What did the nurse assess to make this clinical decision?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
A)Diarrhea
B)Muscle spasms
C)Slow,weak pulse
D)Decreased blood pressure
E)Cyanosis of the extremities

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Slow, weak pulse, decreased blood pressure, and cyanosis of the extremities are all signs that the client is nearing death. Diarrhea and muscle spasms are not specific indicators of approaching death.

The Nurse Determines That a Terminally Ill Client Is Nearing