The Most Critical Element of Effective Early End-Of-Life Decision Making

question 6

Multiple Choice

The most critical element of effective early end-of-life decision making is:

• A) control of distressing symptoms such as nausea, anxiety, and pain.
• B) effective communication between the patient, family, and healthcare team throughout the course of the illness.
• C) organizational support of palliative care principles.
• D) relocation the dying patient from the critical care unit to a lower level of care.

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Definitions:

Gerontology

The study of the biological, psychological, and social aspects of aging.

Jessica Mitford

An English author, journalist, and political campaigner, known for her investigative work and critique on the funeral industry in her book "The American Way of Death."

Funeral Industry

The sector that provides services related to the burial or cremation of the dead, including funeral homes and cemeteries.

The American Way

A term reflecting the set of values, traditions, and cultural identity perceived as characteristic of the United States.