Which signs indicate that a patient with chronic depression may be planning to commit suicide? Select all that apply.

The family of the dying Buddhist patient requests to burn incense in the patient’s hospital room for a religious ceremony. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

The nurse is caring for an elderly patient who accidentally got shot in the leg when his dog knocked his gun to the floor and it misfired. The patient mentions that he wants to get better quickly because he is anticipating a visit from his grandchildren soon. Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?