The Nurse Is Explaining to the Patient the Transition Phase

question 12

Multiple Choice

The nurse is explaining to the patient the transition phase from palliative care to hospice care.Which statement by the patient indicates a good understanding of the process?

• A) "I will go into a hospice bed."
• B) "I will no longer focus on a cure."
• C) "My pain-management program will change."
• D) "My physician team will change."

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Definitions:

Income Quintile

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