An Older Adult Receiving Hospice Care Has Dementia as a Result

question 7

Multiple Choice

An older adult receiving hospice care has dementia as a result of metastasis to the brain.His bone cancer has progressed to an advanced stage.Why might the client fail to request pain medication as needed? The client:

• A) Experiences less pain than in earlier stages of cancer
• B) Cannot communicate the character of his pain effectively
• C) Knowledges pain at a later time than when it occurs
• D) Relies on caregiver to provide pain relief without asking

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