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Jesse Colquhoun
on Dec 15, 2024
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What is the main purpose of hospice care?
A) to extend every possible moment of life at any cost
B) to provide treatments to prolong life,even though the treatments may be painful or extraordinarily invasive
C) to provide a warm,supportive environment for the dying and help make life as full as possible
D) to add to the burden of family members as they care for their dying relatives
Hospice Care
Specialized care designed to provide support to those in the last phases of a terminal illness, focusing on comfort and quality of life.
Supportive Environment
A setting or context that provides emotional, social, and/or physical support, facilitating growth, learning, or wellbeing.
- Comprehend the significance and function of hospice and home care for individuals with terminal illnesses.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the significance and function of hospice and home care for individuals with terminal illnesses.