Which Statements Demonstrate Aspects of Spirituality in End-Of-Life Care

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which statements demonstrate aspects of spirituality in end-of-life care?

• A) Expressing an inner peace
• B) The desire to talk about hopes and fears
• C) Reciprocal sharing with the nurse
• D) Attending to the meaning in suffering
• E) Trust in the health care provider for symptom relief

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Definitions:

Somatic Nervous System

A component of the peripheral nervous system responsible for the voluntary regulation of body movements through skeletal muscles.

Epinephrine

A biochemical substance, also referred to as adrenaline, that functions both as a hormone and a neurotransmitter, playing a pivotal role in initiating the body's fight-or-flight reaction.

Thyroxin

A hormone produced by the thyroid gland that regulates metabolism, energy production, and growth and development.

Melatonin

A substance secreted by the pineal gland that controls the rhythm of sleeping and waking.