An LP/VN Who Is Considering Work in a Hospice Should

question 3

Multiple Choice

An LP/VN who is considering work in a hospice should know that a primary feature of this care arena is its:

• A)recognition that dying is a normal process
• B)focus on providing aggressive end-of-life care
• C)physician-dominated environment
• D)strong staff development program

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Definitions:

Self-fulfillment

The realization or fulfillment of one's talents and potentialities, especially considered as a drive or need present in everyone.

Humanist

An individual who emphasizes the value and agency of human beings, individually and collectively, often focusing on human needs and concerns.

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique used to reduce phobic responses through gradual exposure to the feared object or situation.

Exposure Techniques

Therapeutic methods used to treat fears and phobias by gradually exposing patients to the feared object or context without any danger.