A Multidisciplinary Team in a Long-Term Care Facility Is Meeting

question 6

Multiple Choice

A multidisciplinary team in a long-term care facility is meeting with the family of a frail older patient to discuss care issues and concerns. What key issues should be addressed in the conference? Select all that apply.

• A) Consistency with policy
• B) The patient's preferences
• C) Avoidance of doing harm to the patient
• D) Focus on cost-effective methods
• E) The needs and wishes of the family

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Definitions:

Humane Care

Providing care that is compassionate and respects the dignity of individuals, animals, or the environment, often emphasizing kindness and empathy.

Manipulate People

The act of influencing or controlling others in a skillful or sometimes unethical manner, often without their awareness or consent.

Mental Processes

Cognitive activities and functions of the mind, including perception, thinking, memory, and judgment.

Potential Dangers

Possible risks or hazards that could lead to harm or adverse outcomes.