A Term Used in Hospice Care That Refers to Support

question 18

Multiple Choice

A term used in hospice care that refers to support that is aimed at pain alleviation and comfort maximization with a minimum of life-prolonging measures is _______.

• A) curative care
• B) psychosocial care
• C) palliative care
• D) alleviation care

Understand the characteristics and differences in symptoms of depressive disorder among different age groups.

Identify and understand the main risk factors and symptoms of sleep apnea.

Recognize the prevalence and impact of suicide among older adults and the gender disparities associated with it.

Understand the complex nature of diagnosing sleep and depressive disorders in older adults, including the factors that complicate diagnosis.

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Definitions:

Health

A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.

Older People

Individuals who are generally considered to be in the later stages of the human life span, often defined as 65 years and older.

Memory Loss

The inability to remember information or experiences, ranging from temporary forgetfulness to long-term memory impairments, such as amnesia.

Permanent Brain Damage

Irreversible injury to the brain tissue that affects cognitive, physical, or emotional functioning, often resulting from trauma, lack of oxygen, or neurological illness.