Which of the following features of hospice differentiates it from traditional home care?
a. Use of direct service volunteers as part of the interdisciplinary team
b. Need for accurate documentation in order to receive reimbursement
c. Use of Medicare reimbursement for services provided
d. Provision of direct nursing services for the client
Question 2
A home care client suffering from cancer asked the home care nurse if he could be referred to hospice, considering his diagnosis. How should the nurse respond?
a. Certainly, since you are going to die regardless of what we do.
b. If you and your physician agree to keep you comfortable while battling the cancer, your doctor can refer you.
c. If you are sure you will die within the next 6 months and no longer want a physician's care, I will be happy to make the referral to hospice.
d. For your physician to refer you to hospice, you need to decide to concentrate on enjoying life and staying comfortable rather than treating your cancer.
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