When Asked by Family Members of a Terminally Ill Patient

When asked by family members of a terminally ill patient what benefit their loved one would experience as a result of dehydration, a nurse explains that which of the following is true?

A) Mucous secretions increase and provide comfort to the mouth and throat.
B) Dehydration will contribute to less edema and discomfort from ascites.
C) Gastric fluid excretions increase so as to lessen nausea.
D) Urinary output decreases, which results in less discomfort from toileting.
E) Dehydration increases endorphin production and decreases perception of pain.