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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Definitions:

Arterial Plaque

Deposits of fatty substances, cholesterol, and other materials on the inner walls of arteries, which can lead to cardiovascular diseases.

Stress Hormones

Hormones like cortisol and adrenaline that are released in response to stress, affecting the body's metabolism, immune system, and other functions.

Permanent Predisposition

A long-lasting tendency or inclination to a particular condition or quality, often related to genetic or hereditary factors.

Diathesis-Stress Model

A psychological theory that explains behavior as both a result of biological and genetic factors ("diathesis") and life experiences ("stress").