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Flashcards in Lec 07 Terminal Care Deck (9)
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1
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What are the components of care for a dying patient?

A

physiological comfort, physical comfort, social comfort, spiritual comfort, bereavement support

2
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What are the characteristics of hospice care?

A
  • goal shifts from cure to care

* allow individuals to live fully and with as much comfort and dignity until death

3
Q

Who are the members of the multidisciplinary care team?

A

physicians, nurses, therapists, psychologists and paramedical personnel, educators, religious and social personnel, relatives and close family members

4
Q

Why is Nalbuphine not used in chronic care?

A

displaces other opioids from the mu-opioid receptors and will cause more pain

5
Q

What is the 4-principle approach to resolving bioethical issues?

A

beneficence, non-maleficence, respect for autonomy, justice

6
Q

What are the other “Principles of Healthcare”?

A

well-formed conscience, free and informed consent, professional communication

7
Q

T/F Men whine more when informed about terminal disease

A

T - men worry more due to breadwinner status

8
Q

T/F When the patient’s family tells you to withhold information from the patient, you should do so.

A

F - patient has the right to know about his condition

9
Q

What are the stages that patients go through when hearing bad news?

A
Denial
Anger
Bargaining
Depression
Acceptance