Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A client who is terminally ill and voices concern about performing self-care after dischargeA nurse is caring for a client who has a terminal illness and voices concern about performing self-care after discharge. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
The correct answer is C: "Your case manager will coordinate the resources you will need." This statement reassures the client that there will be a professional overseeing and organizing the support services required for self-care post-discharge. The case manager can facilitate access to home health aides, medical equipment, counseling, and other needed resources.
A: A social worker addressing concerns doesn't directly address the coordination of resources for self-care.
B: Going to a skilled nursing facility may not align with the client's wishes for self-care.
D: Hospice care is typically for end-of-life support, not for strengthening purposes.
A: A social worker addressing concerns doesn't directly address the coordination of resources for self-care.
B: Going to a skilled nursing facility may not align with the client's wishes for self-care.
D: Hospice care is typically for end-of-life support, not for strengthening purposes.