Which of the Following Statements About Comfort Care Is Accurate

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about comfort care is accurate?

• A) Withholding and withdrawing life-sustaining treatment are distinctly different in the eyes of the legal community.
• B) Each procedure should be evaluated for its effect on the patient's comfort before being implemented.
• C) Only the patient can determine what constitutes comfort care for him or her.
• D) Withdrawing life-sustaining treatments is considered euthanasia in most states.

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Definitions:

Minority Domination

A situation in which a smaller or less powerful group controls or influences a majority or more powerful group.

Group Decision Making

A process where multiple individuals come together to analyze problems or situations, evaluate options, and decide on a course of action collectively.

Increased Commitment

A heightened level of dedication or loyalty towards an organization or cause, often resulting from effective leadership, recognition, and fulfillment of needs.

Escalating Commitment

The continuation of a course of action even though it is not working.