An identified outcome for the family of the patient with a terminal illness is that they will be ...

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A Demonstration of bathing techniques may help the family meet the dying patient's physical needs but would not provide psychological support.
B Application of oxygen devices may help the family meet physical needs for the patient but would not provide psychological support for the patient.
C A dying patient's family is better prepared to provide psychological support if the nurse discusses with them ways to support the dying person and listen to needs and fears.
D Information on when to contact the hospice nurse is important knowledge for the family to have and may help them feel they are being supported in caring for the dying patient. However, contact information does not help the family provide psychological support to the dying patient.