The Nurse Is Scheduling a Hospice Team to Meet with the Family

question 18

Multiple Choice

The nurse is scheduling a hospice team to meet with the family of a dying patient.Which individuals will most likely participate in this meeting? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Nurse to manage symptoms of pain and nausea
• B) Social worker to assist with community resources
• C) Chaplain to provide spiritual and emotional support
• D) Physical therapist working to regain patient ability to walk
• E) Bereavement counselor to provide assistance to family and loved ones
• F) Hospitalist to direct an emergency response team and provide CPR

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Definitions:

Pancreas

A glandular organ that functions in both the digestive and endocrine systems, producing digestive enzymes and hormones like insulin.

Digestive Enzymes

Enzymes produced by the digestive system that break down proteins, fats, and carbohydrates into simpler molecules that can be absorbed and utilized by the body.

Esophagus

A muscular tube that conveys food and liquids from the mouth to the stomach using rhythmic contractions known as peristalsis.

Hydrochloric Acid

A strong acidic solution in the stomach that aids in digestion and the breakdown of food.