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:

Ethical Issue

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Magnitude of Consequences

The significance or impact of the outcomes resulting from a decision or action, considering both its positive and negative aspects.

Social Consensus

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