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

Be honest and let the child and family know that they will not be abandoned by the nurse

Touch and hold the child's or family member's hand if appropriate

Explain everything that is happening to all family members

Encourage expression of feelings, concerns, and fears

Discourage reminiscing

Make the decisions for the family