The Goal of __Care Is to Prevent and Relieve Suffering

question 30

Short Answer

The goal of __care is to prevent and relieve suffering, and to support the best possible quality of life for patients and their families, regardless of their stage of disease or the need for other therapies, in accordance with their values and preferences.

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Definitions:

Stressful

Characterized by or causing mental or emotional strain or tension, often due to challenging situations or environments.

E-cigarettes

Electronic devices that simulate the experience of smoking tobacco by vaporizing a liquid, which usually contains nicotine, flavorings, and other chemicals.

Secondhand Smoke

Environmental tobacco smoke that is inhaled involuntarily or passively by someone who is not smoking.

Tobacco

Tobacco is a plant whose leaves are dried and fermented before being used in various products, such as cigarettes and cigars, known for containing the addictive substance nicotine.