Which of the Following Is a Common Barrier to Hospice

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a common barrier to hospice care?

• A) Patients and their families must accept death.
• B) Patients must be within two weeks of death to be admitted.
• C) Most people prefer to die in a hospital.
• D) It is currently only available in England.

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