A dying patient develops very noisy, congested breathing sometimes called the 'death rattle.' What is the most appropriate HCA response?
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A
Vigorously suction the patient's airway to clear the secretions
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B
Reposition the patient, inform the nurse, and reassure the family that this is a normal dying process
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C
Give the patient water to drink to help clear the throat
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D
Leave the room to avoid disturbing the patient during this phase