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Redwolflake15

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on: Jul 11, 2018
When do the conditions of a living will go into effect?
 
  a. When the patient declares that desire in writing
  b. When a family member indicates the desire for curative therapy to cease
  c. When two physicians agree in writing that the criteria in the living will have been met
  d. When the physician and a family member agree that the criteria in the living will have been met

Question 2

The daughter of a resident in a long-term care facility is frustrated with her 80-year-old mother's refusal to eat. Which response would be the most appropriate?
 
  a. The refusal to eat is an effort to maintain a portion of independence and self-direction.
  b. The refusal to eat is an indication of approaching Alzheimer disease.
  c. The refusal to eat is an effort to gain attention.
  d. The refusal to eat is an indication of the dislike of the institutional food.


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jamesnevil303

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

ANS: C
Two physicians must agree in writing that the criteria of the living will have been met before the document can go into effect.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Loss of independence and control is a significant issue for the older adult. Some residents will exercise whatever control they may retain.


Redwolflake15

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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