A terminally ill patient is being visited by his first wife and children. The second wife arrives with her children. The room is crowded and the patient is visibly conflicted with the situation. The wives do not acknowledge each other and the children are making faces across the room. Which of the following should the nurse do?

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The patient has two different families, both of which are visiting him at the same time. The families do not get along and the wives aren't speaking. The patient is unable to do anything. The nurse should intervene-- a doing nothing is not an option. She nurse should not suggest that the wives visit the patient together. The families should visit with the patient so asking them to leave is also not an option.

A Terminally Ill Patient Is Being Visited by His First