What Are Some of the Most Commonly Used Rating Instruments

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Essay

What are some of the most commonly used rating instruments? Explain.

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Definitions:

Palliative Care

Specialized medical care focused on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of a serious illness, aimed at improving quality of life for both the patient and their family.

Balfour Mount

Recognized as the father of palliative care in North America, advocating for compassionate end-of-life care.

Hospice Program

A care program that focuses on the palliative care of terminally ill patients, providing them with emotional and medical support at the end of life.

Quality of Life

An individual's overall assessment of their well-being across various dimensions, including physical health, psychological state, level of independence, social relationships, and relationship to salient features of their environment.