The daughter of a terminally ill patient tells the nurse that she does not know what she is going to do with her life once her mother passes away since everything has revolved around her mother for years. Which of the following responses should the nurse give to this family member?

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The nurse needs to help the daughter understand that she has a life of her own and needs to take care of herself and her responsibilities. The nurse should not say that the daughter will be lonely or that the feeling will pass. Asking the daughter about employment or hobbies is not appropriate at this time. The nurse should also not say that the mother appreciated everything the daughter did to help her.

The Daughter of a Terminally Ill Patient Tells the Nurse