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colton

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on: Jul 11, 2018
The hospice nurse requests that the patient designate a primary caregiver for himself. The primary caregiver:
 
  a. must be a relative.
  b. has complete control over the patient's care.
  c. acts as the patient's spokesperson when necessary.
  d. must have power of attorney.

Question 2

The hospice nurse explains that to qualify for admission to a hospice, the attending physician must certify that the patient has a life expectancy of fewer than:
 
  a. 2 months.
  b. 3 months.
  c. 4 months.
  d. 6 months.


bulacsom

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

C
A primary caregiver is one who assumes responsibility for health maintenance and therapy.

Answer to Question 2

D
The patient must meet certain criteria to be admitted to hospice, such as a prognosis of 6 months or fewer to live.


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