The nurse is preparing to care for a dying client and several family members are at the client’s bedside. Which therapeutic techniques should the nurse use when communicating with the family? Select...

The nurse is preparing to care for a dying client and several family members are at the client’s bedside. Which therapeutic techniques should the nurse use when communicating with the family? Select all that apply

. 1. Discourage reminiscing.

2. Make the decisions for the family.

3. Encourage expression of feelings, concerns, and fears.

4. Explain everything that is happening to all family members.

 5. Extend touch, and hold the client or family member’s hand if appropriate.

6. Be honest and truthful, and let the client and family know that you will not abandon them.