Mrs. Munoz has late-stage cancer. Her provider advised that beginning chemotherapycould extend her life expectancy, but she knows that the chemotherapy will haveunpleasant side effects and will be very expensive. Mrs. Munoz wants to protect herfamily from a lingering illness's emotional and financial hardships and cannot decidewhat to do. She is showing physical signs of anxiety and distress. You want to providesupport for her decision, whatever it may be.Which skills would you need to learn or review before caring for this client?

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Phlebotomy Essentials

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