The nurse is concerned that a patient has a short time left to live. Which criterion is the nurse using that indicates a prognosis of 6 months or less to live? (Select all that apply.)
A) Incontinence
B) Functional decline
C) Increased agitation
D) Recurrent infections
E) Frequent hospitalizations
F) Weight loss of 10% or more
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