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A nurse is caring for an elderly Vietnamese patient in the terminal stages of lung cancer. Many family members are in the room around the clock performing unusual rituals and bringing ethnic foods. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Asked by Santepro, Last updated: Oct 15, 2024

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Answered Sep 15, 2018

If possible. keep the other bed in the room unassigned to provide privacy and comfort to the family.

When a family member is dying. it is most helpful for nursing staff to provide a culturally sensitive environment to the degree possible within the hospital routine. In the Vietnamese culture. it is important that the dying be surrounded by loved ones and not left alone. Traditional rituals and foods are thought to ease the transition to the next life. When possible. allowing the family privacy for this traditional behavior is best for them and the patient. Answers A. B. and D are incorrect because they create unnecessary conflict with the patient and family.
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