END OF LIFE CARE CHAPTER 27 TEST
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
When is palliative care given? - ANSWER those who have terrible, chronic
diseases, such as cancer, AIDS, CHF, and people who are dying
List two goals for palliative care. - ANSWER: alleviate pain and regulate
symptoms.
Prevent negative effects and problems.
A doctor orders hospice care when a person has six months or less to live. - The
answer is true.
Hospice treatment is often not accessible on Sundays T and F. - Answer: false
Hospice care focuses on curing the person's condition or disorder. ANSWER:
incorrect.
Hospice care is focused on making people comfortable and treating their
discomfort. T or F: ANSWER true
Hospice treatment takes a holistic approach. T or F: ANSWER true
The occupants' family does not participate in hospice care. T or F - Answer:
false
Mr Anderson, a resident, speaks to God about his terminal cancer. He offers to
reconcile with his estranged son if he is permitted to live. What stage of death is
he going through? - Answer negotiating.
Luke, a nursing assistant, is aware that his resident, Ms. Wilson, is dying. One
day, she begins to rage at Luke, blaming him for a lack of sufficient care,
claiming, "If you had been a better caregiver, I would not have gotten sick."
What stage is this? - ANSWER Anger
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