A nurse is teaching a newly licensed nurse about hospice care. Which of the following information should the nurse include?

A. Anemia: While stress can have various effects on the body, anemia is not specifically a direct manifestation of prolonged stress. It is more commonly associated with nutritional deficiencies or chronic disease.
B. Hypoglycemia: Prolonged stress typically leads to increased levels of cortisol and other stress hormones, which can cause hyperglycemia (elevated blood sugar) rather than hypoglycemia (low blood sugar).
C. Decreased blood pressure: Prolonged stress usually causes increased blood pressure rather than decreased blood pressure. The body's stress response involves the release of hormones that typically raise blood pressure.
D. Impaired immune function: Prolonged stress can lead to immune system suppression, making the body more susceptible to infections and illnesses. This is a well-documented effect of chronic stress and is thus a correct manifestation to include in the teaching.

A. "The medication may cause ringing in my ears.": Ringing in the ears (tinnitus) is not a common side effect of haloperidol. This statement does not indicate understanding of the medication’s typical side effects.
B. "The medication may cause urinary incontinence.": Urinary incontinence is not a common side effect of haloperidol. This statement is not accurate regarding the medication's effects.
C. "I may be more sensitive to the sun while taking this medication.": This statement indicates understanding, as haloperidol can increase sensitivity to sunlight, making clients more susceptible to sunburn.
D. "I may experience a metallic taste while taking this medication.": A metallic taste is not a common side effect of haloperidol. This statement does not reflect the typical effects of the medication.