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A Young Man Was Admitted 2 Days Ago to the Critical

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A young man was admitted 2 days ago to the critical care unit (CCU) in critical condition with multiple traumas following an automobile accident.His wife and his parents have been at the hospital constantly since his admission,rotating short visits with the patient.While in the waiting room,they jump up each time the CCU door is opened.To assist the patient's family members to cope with their anxiety,what should the nurse do?


A) Allow one member of the family most important to the patient to stay with the patient continuously.
B) Provide frequent information about the patient's condition and the management of his care.
C) Invite the family members to participate in a multidisciplinary care conference for the patient.
D) Refer the family to social services for financial planning to manage the expenses of the patient's care.

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