NCLEX RN Practice Question

The correct response involves educating the family about the purpose of pain management in hospice care, specifically that the primary goal is to improve the patient's comfort and quality of life, not to hasten death. It is important to reassure the family that pain medications, such as opioids, are carefully prescribed and administered to address suffering while maintaining the highest possible level of well-being. Incorrect answers either fail to address the family's concerns, provide accurate information, or suggest actions that could compromise the patient's comfort. For example, suggesting discontinuing the medication ignores the patient's suffering, while focusing on other aspects of care dismisses the legitimate concerns raised by the family.