A 78-year-old woman cares for her husband who is dying at home. She is tearful, exhausted and asks what happens after death. There is no immediate

Question

A 78-year-old woman cares for her husband who is dying at home. She is tearful, exhausted and asks what happens after death. There is no immediate safeguarding concern. Current medicines include district nursing involved. What is the most appropriate management?

Accepted Answer

Offer information, carer support and bereavement resources

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Focus solely on prescribing medicines

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Advise her not to contact services after death

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Refer her to emergency surgery

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Avoid discussing death certification and practical steps

Bereavement support — DGM MCQ

A 78-year-old woman cares for her husband who is dying at home. She is tearful, exhausted and asks what happens after death. There is no immediate safeguarding concern. Current medicines include district nursing involved. What is the most appropriate management?