Emotional Support And Coping Assistance Practice Test

An 80-year-old client is dying from advanced COPD in an acute care unit, and the family is at the bedside. The client’s adult granddaughter says, "I’m scared to watch him struggle," and begins sobbing. Assessment data: family members appear fatigued, have been at the hospital for 2 days, and ask what to expect during the last hours. Which action should the nurse take to support the family's emotional needs?

A 22-year-old client in the emergency department is experiencing a panic attack after receiving a failing exam score. The client says, "I can’t breathe," and is pacing and hyperventilating. Assessment data: hands tingling, rapid respirations, and the client is able to follow simple directions. Which action should the nurse take FIRST to support the client's emotional needs?