Question 1

Your 32-year-old cousin is dying of terminal cancer.Although his hospital care has been extraordinarily good,his doctors have estimated that he only has two months of life left.All of the medical approaches have been exhausted and your family has decided to pursue what approach in an effort to make sure his emotional and spiritual needs are met,as well as to receive support themselves?

Accepted Answer

Hospice care is designed to provide comprehensive and compassionate care to individuals who are facing a life-limiting illness, such as terminal cancer. Hospice care focuses on meeting the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family, and strives to provide comfort and support in the final stages of life. Hospice services can be provided in a variety of settings, including the patient's home, nursing facility, or hospice inpatient unit. Hospice care may be the most appropriate choice for someone in this situation, as it can help ensure that their emotional and spiritual needs are met and provide support to their family during this difficult time.

Question 2

For most of human history,where has death most commonly occurred?

Accepted Answer

For most of human history, people died at home, surrounded by family and friends. Hospital deaths are a relatively recent phenomenon, and quarantined areas were typically reserved for those with contagious and potentially deadly diseases. While communal areas for burial existed, they were not where death commonly occurred.

Question 3

Where do most people most people die in most developing countries today?

Accepted Answer

In many developing countries, access to healthcare and hospitals is limited, making it difficult for people to receive medical treatment during an emergency. Additionally, cultural beliefs and customs often prioritize dying at home surrounded by loved ones. Therefore, it is common for most people in developing countries to die at home.

Question 4

Surveys in (National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization,2008)developed countries have indicated that what percentage of people would prefer to die at home?

Accepted Answer

Surveys from developed countries show that a large percentage of people prefer to die at home, with 80-90% being the most common range reported.

Question 5

For developed countries which of the following account for 40% of where deaths occur?

Accepted Answer

The answer of For developed countries which of the following...

Question 6

Your grandmother fell and broke her hip.She has been in the hospital for a week and a half.She now has pneumonia and her body is failing quickly.If your grandmother and her doctor are like most physicians and their patients,in terms of your grandmother's prospects for recovery,she and her doctor have ____.

Accepted Answer

Studies and surveys often show that doctors and patients frequently avoid discussing the possibility of death, even in the face of serious illness. This can be due to a variety of reasons, including discomfort with the topic, fear of causing distress, or a focus on treatment rather than end-of-life planning.

Question 7

What program aims to address not just medical issues but also the physical,emotional,social,and spiritual needs of individuals who are dying and their families?

Accepted Answer

Hospice care is designed to address not just medical issues, but also the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of individuals who are dying and their families. Home nursing care and hospital care may only focus on medical issues, while hospital cancer centers are specialized facilities for cancer treatment and may not offer comprehensive end-of-life care.

Question 8

Your 32-year-old cousin has terminal cancer.He has been in the hospital and will be there until he dies,which is imminent.How does your family feel about his care while he has been in the hospital? Because the focus of medical personnel is on the technology and medications your cousin needs,rather than his emotional or social needs,your family is likely to ____.

Accepted Answer

The family is likely to feel that the care is impersonal and dehumanizing because the medical personnel's focus is only on the technology and medications needed for the cousin's physical condition and not on his emotional or social needs as a terminally ill patient.

Question 9

Which of the following is the primary reason why in developing countries most individuals die at home?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is the primary...

Question 10

In developed countries most people die in ____.

Accepted Answer

In developed countries, most people die in hospitals due to higher access to medical care and technology.

Question 11

Death at a hospital has the benefit of ____; however,many often complain that ____.

Accepted Answer

Death at a hospital has the benefit of having the support of healthcare professionals, which can be comforting to both the dying person and their loved ones. However, many complain that it tends to be impersonal and dehumanizing, as hospitals can be sterile and clinical environments. The other answer choices do not accurately reflect the benefits and complaints of death at a hospital.

Question 12

In developed countries what percentage of people die at home?

Accepted Answer

In developed countries, the majority of people die in hospitals or long-term care facilities rather than at home. Studies show that approximately 20% of people in developed countries die at home.

Question 13

Your grandfather has terminal cancer and is likely to die in the next two months.Your grandmother is planning on taking care of your grandfather at home with no additional help other than the occasional assistance of family members.Your mother is concerned about the burden this places on your grandmother.What can you tell her about how home care affects the caregiver? Your grandmother ____.

Accepted Answer

Home care can be emotionally and physically taxing for caregivers, especially when caring for a terminally ill loved one. They may experience high stress levels and emotional exhaustion during the caregiving process, which can continue for some time after the loved one's death. It is important to recognize and support caregivers during this difficult time.

Question 14

Which of the following is most consistent with the following description? "____ care aims to address not just medical issues but the physical,emotional,social,and spiritual needs of dying persons and their families."

Accepted Answer

Hospice care is designed to provide comprehensive support for both a dying patient and their family. It includes medical care as well as attention to the emotional, spiritual, and social needs of both the patient and their loved ones. Hospice care can be provided in various settings, including the patient's own home.

Question 15

What percentage of people who were surveyed in developed countries indicated that they would prefer to die at home versus a hospital or hospice care?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What percentage of people who were surveyed...

Question 16

The "big 3" risk factors for CHD mentioned in this video are hypertension,high cholesterol,and _________.

Accepted Answer

The video clearly identifies hypertension and high cholesterol as two of the "big 3" risk factors, leaving only smoking as the remaining option. Lack of exercise, poor diet, and stress are also risk factors, but not mentioned specifically as part of the "big 3" in the video.

Question 17

Most people in developed countries would prefer to die at home; however,according to the text only about ____ die at home.

Accepted Answer

According to the text, only about 20% of people in developed countries die at home, despite most preferring to do so.

Question 18

For developed countries,which of the following have an equal percentage in terms of locations where deaths occur?

Accepted Answer

The answer of For developed countries,which of the following have...

Question 19

In developed countries most individuals die at ____,whereas in developing countries most individuals die at ____.

Accepted Answer

In developed countries, healthcare infrastructure and access to medical facilities allow most individuals to receive end-of-life care in hospitals. In contrast, in developing countries, limited access to healthcare facilities and cultural practices often mean that most individuals die at home.

Question 20

Coronary Heart Disease can also be referred to as _________.

Accepted Answer

Coronary Heart Disease and Coronary Artery Disease are two interchangeable terms that refer to the same condition, which is the narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries that can lead to heart attack or stroke. "Coronary Artisan Disease," "Coronary Capillary Disease," and "Coronary Vein Disease" are not valid terms and do not accurately describe the condition.

Quiz 13: Death and Afterlife Beliefs