Author Question: What should be done with copies of a signed advance directive? (Select all that apply.) a. Given ... (Read 67 times)

TVarnum · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

What should be done with copies of a signed advance directive? (Select all that apply.)

a. Given to the person who has been named as power of attorney for medical decisions
b. Posted in the home for emergency personnel
c. Placed in the medical record in the physician's office
d. Filed with the hospital
e. Given to the neighbor

Question 2

What are the benefits of a holistic caregiver at the end-of-life? (Select all that apply.)

a. The caregiver communicates and responds to the patient's concerns about death.
b. The caregiver embraces the value of palliative care rather than curative care.
c. The caregiver helps the patient and family face loss and grieve in anticipation of loss.
d. The caregiver encourages the patient to focus on wellness and recovery.
e. The caregiver collaborates with other professionals for patient support.

amandalm · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, C, D
The advance directive should only be given to those who will be directly involved with health choices and require this information. Unless the neighbor is involved in the individual's care, he would not require a copy of the directive.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C, E
The focus of palliative care is not recovery.