CHPN Domain 4: Support, Education, and Advocacy

A hospice nurse is providing education on medication management to a patient with advanced dementia and their family. What strategy is most effective to ensure comprehension and adherence?

In discussing end-of-life care options, a nurse must explain the concept of a DNR order to a patient's family. Which approach ensures the family fully understands the implications?

How should a nurse advocate for a hospice patient who expresses a desire to die at home rather than in a hospital?

What is an appropriate method for educating a family on managing their loved one's symptoms of terminal illness at home?

When advocating for a patient's access to palliative care services, which of the following is the most critical aspect for the nurse to emphasize to the healthcare provider?

A nurse needs to educate a patient with limited health literacy on their new pain management regimen. Which technique is most effective?

In a case where a terminally ill patient is experiencing spiritual distress, what should the nurse prioritize in their care approach?

What is the most effective way for a nurse to support a patient struggling with the emotional impact of a terminal diagnosis?

A hospice nurse is discussing bereavement services with a family anticipating the loss of a loved one. Which approach is most effective for introducing these services?

How should a nurse handle a situation where a patient's family member insists on treatments that the patient has declined?

When teaching a patient about the management of symptoms associated with terminal illness, what is the most effective approach to ensure adherence?

How should a hospice nurse respond when a patient questions the efficacy of their pain management regimen?

When dealing with a culturally diverse patient needing end-of-life care, what is essential for a nurse to consider for effective communication?

What should a nurse prioritize when educating a family about handling the stress of caregiving for a terminally ill relative?

When a patient in hospice care exhibits signs of depression, what is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take?

A hospice nurse is tasked with teaching a patient about the non-pharmacological methods to manage pain. Which approach should the nurse prioritize?

How should a nurse approach a discussion about the expected progression of a terminal illness with a patient and their family?

In educating a patient about the side effects of their medication, what is crucial for the nurse to include?

When a patient expresses concern about the burden their illness may be causing their family, what should the nurse emphasize during their discussions?

A patient in palliative care expresses a desire to discuss their fears about death and dying, but their family is uncomfortable with the conversation. How should the nurse facilitate this discussion?

When preparing to educate a patient about the side effects of their new medication, which resource is most beneficial for a nurse to use to ensure patient understanding?

A terminally ill patient expresses a desire to stop all life-sustaining treatments. What is the nurse's role in this situation?

How should a nurse approach the topic of spiritual distress with a patient who is reluctant to discuss their beliefs?

When a patient in hospice care makes a request that is not in line with clinical guidelines, how should the nurse respond?

What is the best approach for a nurse when a patient's family is spreading misinformation about the patient's condition on social media?

In the context of end-of-life care, how should a nurse manage a scenario where team members have conflicting opinions about a patient's care plan?

What is the most appropriate action for a nurse when a patient expresses a lack of understanding of their prognosis despite previous explanations?

How should a nurse react when they discover that cultural beliefs are influencing a family's reluctance to use pain medication for a terminally ill patient?

When encountering resistance from a patient about discussing advance directives, what is the most respectful approach for a nurse to take?

A nurse must update a family about a change in their loved one's end-of-life care plan. What is the most effective communication method?