The Family of a Terminally Ill Patient Is Upset That

question 2

Multiple Choice

The family of a terminally ill patient is upset that the patient is no longer receiving intravenous fluids or tube feedings and believes that the hospital is "trying to kill" the patient. Which of the following should be done to assist this family?

• A) Inform them that the lack of food or liquids is short term and the patient will be provided with both in a day or two
• B) Remind the family that the patient is terminal and any food or hydration is futile at this time
• C) Explain that providing no food or liquids will make it easier to care for the patient
• D) Explain the benefits of anorexia and terminal dehydration for the patient

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Definitions:

Demand

The willingness and financial capacity of individuals to buy goods and services at certain price levels.

Equilibrium Price

The price at which the quantity of a good or service demanded by consumers equals the quantity supplied by producers, resulting in a stable market condition.

Equilibrium Quantity

The quantity of goods or services that is supplied and demanded at the equilibrium price in a market.

Demand Curve

A graph showing the relationship between the price of a good and the quantity demanded by consumers over a range of prices.