NCLEX PN Practice Test Practice Question

The hospice nurse is providing end-of-life care to a client who is experiencing anorexia and cachexia. Which interventions are appropriate? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: A,B,D,E

Rationale: Allowing food refusal (A) respects autonomy, assessing pain/nausea (B) addresses barriers to eating, shared mealtimes (D) provide comfort, and oral care (E) improves appetite. Meal planning (C) may overwhelm a cachectic client.

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