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The nurse explains that in the late 1960s, health care focus was aimed at the older adult because:
 
  a. disability was viewed as unavoidable.
  b. complications from disease increased mortality.
  c. older adult's needs are similar to those of all adults.
  d. preventive health care practices increased longevity.

Question 2

A quality care nurse assesses the care given by a hospice. Which of the following statements by the client best reflects dignified end-of-life care?
 
  A) I'm glad that my family is making all the decisions; it's too much for me.
  B) I'm not ready to die yet; I've got a few more in me.
  C) It is fine sharing a room; I like the company.
  D) They listened to me and stopped the therapy.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
Some characteristics of dignified care include being involved in decision making, having privacy and a safe environment, being listened to and having needs and wishes respected, and feeling peaceful and ready to die.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Excellent

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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