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Question 1

Which bereavement intervention is MOST appropriate immediately after the death of a hospice patient?

Accepted Answer

Sending a condolence card and contacting the family within 24-72 hours

Answer

Timely bereavement outreach within 24-72 hours after death demonstrates support and helps assess the family's immediate grief needs.

Question 2

A patient states they want to die at home but their adult children disagree. The nurse's PRIMARY role is to:

Accepted Answer

Advocate for the patient's expressed preference while facilitating family communication

Answer

Nurses are patient advocates; the patient's autonomous wish to die at home should be supported while helping the family understand and process their concerns.

Question 3

When educating families about anticipatory grief, the nurse should EMPHASIZE that:

Accepted Answer

Grieving before the death is normal and does not diminish love for the patient

Answer

Anticipatory grief is a normal response to impending loss and does not lessen post-death grief; families need validation that it is a healthy process.

Question 4

A nurse is teaching a family caregiver about repositioning a bedbound patient. Which statement by the caregiver indicates a need for further teaching?

Accepted Answer

'I only need to reposition when they complain of pain.'

Answer

Repositioning should occur on a scheduled basis (every 2 hours) regardless of complaints, as patients with altered sensation may not report discomfort.

Question 5

Which community resource should a hospice nurse PRIMARILY refer an overwhelmed family caregiver to for temporary relief?

Accepted Answer

Respite care services

Answer

Respite care provides temporary relief for family caregivers and is a covered benefit under the Medicare Hospice Benefit.

CHPN - Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse Practice Test

CHPN - Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse Practice Test

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