A dying child tells the nurse that once she "gets over this disease," she plans to go to Disney World and have a long, well-deserved vacation. The nurse realizes the patient is demonstrating:

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Even though children do die, these children are often more focused on cure and continuing life. The dying child is focusing on "getting over the disease" and planning a vacation, which is evidence of cure and continuing life. The child is not demonstrating delirium, confusion, or one final wish before death.

A Dying Child Tells the Nurse That Once She "Gets