A client with end-stage renal failure is being admitted to a ...

[audragclark]

A client with end-stage renal failure is being admitted to a hospice program. Which of the following is a requirement for admission to this type of program?
 
  A) The client must have a diagnosis of a progressive, terminal illness.
  B) Life expectancy must be under 1 year.
  C) In most cases the client agrees to life-saving resuscitation.
  D) Once started, hospice cannot be discontinued by the client or family.

Question 2

A nurse is to prepare a 45-year-old client for surgery under general anesthesia. What
  must the nurse keep in mind when providing general preoperative care for the client?
 
  A) Shave the skin over the operative area about 3 hours before surgery
  B) Avoid giving fluids or food at least 8 hours before the surgery
  C) Ensure aspirin and ibuprofen are stopped at least 2 days in advance
  D) Ensure that the client signs the consent to surgery in the operating room

[karmakat49]

Answer to Question 1

A
Feedback:
The criteria for hospice care includes a diagnosis of progressive, terminal illness in which the primary care provider, client, and family agree that control of symptoms is the primary goal, after determining no curative treatment is available or desirable. The life expectancy is usually no more than 6 months and, in most cases, the client agrees to DNR/DNI status. Hospice care can be discontinued with the agreement of the client, family, and primary care provider.

Answer to Question 2

B