Question 1

Which of the following is legal in the state of Oregon in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Physician-assisted suicide is legal in Oregon under the Death with Dignity Act, which allows terminally ill patients to request and receive prescription medication to end their own lives. None of the other options are legal in Oregon, as doctor-patient suicide, voluntary euthanasia, and active euthanasia are all forms of assisted suicide or intentional killing, which remain illegal in the state.

Question 2

A doctor directly administers a drug that causes death at the request of their patient in a jurisdiction where this is legal. This is referred to as which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Voluntary euthanasia is the act of a doctor directly administering a drug that causes death at the request of their patient in a jurisdiction where this is legal. Passive euthanasia refers to withholding or withdrawing medical treatment with the intention of causing or allowing the patient's death. Doctor-patient suicide is not a recognized or accepted term. Medically assisted suicide is a term used when a medical professional provides the means for a patient to end their own life, but does not directly administer the lethal drug.

Question 3

Debra has a terminal illness. Which of the following issues is likely to be MOST important to Debra based on surveys of people facing terminal illness?

Accepted Answer

Surveys of people facing terminal illness consistently indicate that emotional well-being is the most important issue. While physical touch, acceptance of death, and living as usual may also be important to some individuals, emotional support and comfort are consistently reported as top priorities for those facing the end of life.

Question 4

Which of the following concepts is MOST central to palliative care?

Accepted Answer

Palliative care is focused on improving the quality of life for individuals with serious illnesses, not necessarily prolonging their life. The absence of medical intervention is not central to palliative care, as medical interventions can still be provided in combination with palliative care. Physician-assisted suicide is not part of palliative care, as it goes against the principles of providing comfort and support to the patient.

Question 5

What was the MOST common age of death for males between 1926 and 2011?

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Question 6

Which two factors have influenced the death rate in Canada the MOST since 1930?

Accepted Answer

The aging of the population and population growth have had a significant impact on the death rate in Canada since 1930. The aging population has led to an increase in chronic illnesses and diseases related to aging, while population growth has placed a strain on healthcare resources and access to care. These factors have contributed to a higher death rate overall.

Question 7

Terry assigns nurses to patients at a local hospital. Which of the following nurses can Terry expect to have the MOST death anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that younger and less experienced nurses tend to have higher levels of death anxiety compared to older and more experienced nurses. Therefore, Laci (who is 25 and has only been a nurse for 2 years) is likely to have the most death anxiety among the options given.

Question 8

Which of the following BEST describes the uptake of Compassionate Care Benefits programs in Canada?

Accepted Answer

The uptake of Compassionate Care Benefits programs in Canada has been low, often due to lack of awareness among the eligible population and the stringent eligibility criteria that limit the number of beneficiaries.

Question 9

What was the MOST common age of death for females between 1926 and 2011?

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Question 10

All of the following are part of the Collett-Lester Death of Others Subscale EXCEPT which one?

Accepted Answer

The Collett-Lester Fear of Death Scale includes various aspects related to the fear of death and dying, but "fear of dying" itself is not part of the Death of Others Subscale. This subscale focuses on emotions and thoughts related to the death of others, not the personal fear of dying.

Question 11

In 1930, where was an individual MOST likely to die?

Accepted Answer

In 1930, the majority of deaths occurred in the home, as hospital care was less common and long-term care facilities were rare. Hospice care was not yet established as a concept.

Question 12

What type of research led Kübler-Ross to develop the five stages of death?

Accepted Answer

Kübler-Ross used qualitative interviews with terminally ill patients to explore their emotional experiences of dying. Through these interviews, she developed the five stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance.

Question 13

In which of the following stages of life is death MOST probable?

Accepted Answer

Infancy is the stage of life where death is most probable due to the vulnerability of the newborn and the high risk of sudden infant death syndrome, birth defects, and other complications.

Question 14

What is the MOST common underlying illness of people who have died under the Dying with Dignity ACT (DWDA) in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Cancer is the most common underlying illness of people who have died under the Dying with Dignity Act in the United States. According to the Death with Dignity National Center's 2019 report, 87% of people who have used the DWDA had a diagnosis of cancer.

Question 15

Michael received palliative care before he died in 2010. In which province did Michael MOST likely die?

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Question 16

What change to Bill C-14 was proposed by the Senate but rejected by the House of Commons?

Accepted Answer

The Senate proposed an amendment to include people who are not terminally ill in Bill C-14, but this was rejected by the House of Commons.

Question 17

Which of the following countries has the LOWEST quality of death score?

Accepted Answer

Iraq has the lowest quality of death score among the options listed, primarily due to its limited healthcare infrastructure, ongoing conflict, and instability which significantly impact the availability and quality of palliative care services.

Question 18

Where do MOST people who receive palliative care receive that care?

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Question 19

Which of the following countries has the HIGHEST quality of death score?

Accepted Answer

The United Kingdom has been recognized for its high-quality palliative care services, which contribute to its high quality of death score. This is attributed to its well-established palliative care system and the widespread availability of services across the country.

Question 20

Which of the following are other terms for end-of-life care?

Accepted Answer

End-of-life care refers to the medical and emotional support provided to a person in their final stages of life. Hospice care and palliative care are often used interchangeably to describe this type of care. While both focus on providing comfort and improving quality of life, hospice care is specifically designed for individuals with a terminal illness who have a life expectancy of six months or less, while palliative care can be provided at any stage of an illness, including at the end of life. Home care and informal care may also be part of end-of-life care, but they do not specifically refer to this type of care.

Quiz 12: Dying: Another Stage of Life