The Spouse of a Client with a Terminal Illness Asks

question 12

Multiple Choice

The spouse of a client with a terminal illness asks about hospice.Which information should the nurse include when responding to the spouse?

• A)"It is a service that provides care to the terminally ill client only."
• B)"This type of care is warranted when the client still seeks a cure for the terminal illness."
• C)"It is a program that focuses on palliative treatment and emotional support."
• D)"It is appropriate when the client is expected to live for fewer than 9 months."

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Definitions:

Shirk

The act of avoiding or neglecting one's duties or responsibilities.

Moral Hazard

A situation where one party is more likely to take risks because they do not bear the full consequences of their actions, often seen in insurance and finance.

Let Themselves Go

A phrase describing individuals who have stopped maintaining their appearance or health.

Spouses

Partners in a marriage or marital-like relationship, legally recognized in many jurisdictions.