When Questioned by a Patient About the Difference Between Palliative

question 29

Multiple Choice

When questioned by a patient about the difference between palliative care and the services provided by hospice, a nurse explains that palliative treatment

• A) Is aggressive, but administered to cure the disease.
• B) Is geared toward the patient, family, and their wishes.
• C) May be aggressive and is directed at eliminating discomfort.
• D) Indicates the patient has fewer than 6 months to live.

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Definitions:

Spinal Anesthesia

A type of regional anesthesia involving the injection of a local anesthetic into the cerebrospinal fluid surrounding the spinal cord, blocking sensation from the lower body.

Spinal Headaches

Headaches that occur from a leakage of cerebrospinal fluid, often after a lumbar puncture procedure.

Supine

A posture in which an individual rests on their back, looking upwards, commonly employed during medical assessments or interventions.

Incentive Spirometer

A device used to help patients improve the functioning of their lungs by encouraging voluntary deep breathing.