Palliative Care

Question 1

what are 3 nursing interventions for fatigue

Answer 1

screening tools, restrict environmental stimuli, manage underlying causes of fatigue

Question 2

why may treatment of fatigue during end of life care not be preferable

Answer 2

it could be protecting the patient from suffering

Question 3

what are 4 nursing interventions for anorexia and dehydration

Answer 3

offer foods that can be tolerated (do not focus on a balanced diet), consider liquid supplements, schedule meals with family to make them more enjoyable, maintain oral care

Question 4

what are 5 nursing interventions fro pain (pharmacological and non-pharmacological)

Answer 4

analgesics, hot/cold therapy, relaxation techniques, meditation, massage

Question 5

what are 4 nursing interventions for dyspnea (pharmacological and non-pharmacological)

Answer 5

bronchodilators, corticosteroids, elevate the head of the bed, supplemental oxygen