The nurse provides care to a patient who is prescribed palliative care.The patient asks, "What is the difference between hospice care and palliative care?" Which does the nurse include in the response to the patient regarding palliative care?
A) It is aggressive but administered to cure the disease.
B) It is geared toward the patient, family, and their wishes.
C) It indicates the patient has fewer than six months to live.
D) It may be aggressive and is directed at eliminating discomfort.
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