Question 1

Chemotherapy involves the use of toxic drugs.

Accepted Answer

Chemotherapy drugs are designed to kill rapidly dividing cancer cells but can also damage normal, healthy cells in the body. Therefore, they are considered toxic drugs.

Question 2

"Magical thinking" is a great way for the dying patient to fantasize about the afterlife.

Accepted Answer

"Magical thinking" refers to the belief that one's thoughts, words, or actions can influence events in the physical world in a way that defies the laws of cause and effect. While it might offer temporary comfort, it is not a universally recommended approach for dealing with the complexities of dying and the afterlife, as it may hinder acceptance and realistic coping strategies.

Question 3

In her essay titled "The Eyes of a Dying Man", Rando suggests that being with a dying person at the moment of death is transformative.

Accepted Answer

"The Eyes of a Dying Man" is not a known essay by an author named Rando, and without specific details, it's impossible to verify the claim about its content.

Question 4

A statement from the federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) states there are now hundreds of sound scientific studies to support the medical use of marijuana.

Accepted Answer

The FDA has not recognized or approved the marijuana plant as medicine due to a lack of sufficient and well-controlled studies proving its effectiveness and safety.

Question 5

The study of medicinal plants has become unimportant to pharmacology in the twenty-first century.

Accepted Answer

The study of medicinal plants continues to be important to pharmacology in the twenty-first century, as natural compounds from plants still play a significant role in drug discovery and development. In fact, approximately a quarter of prescription drugs are derived from natural products, many of which are plant-based. Moreover, research into traditional uses of medicinal plants by indigenous communities around the world has led to the discovery of new compounds with potential therapeutic applications.

Question 6

What did Eric Cassell write about the social role of the dying patient

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

The Kubler-Ross model of coping has no bearing today on understanding how people experience the prospect of dying.

Accepted Answer

While the Kubler-Ross model of coping has been criticized for being oversimplified and not always applicable to every individual's experience, it still holds some relevance today in understanding how people cope with the prospect of dying. Many healthcare professionals and researchers continue to use and build upon the model in their work with terminally ill patients and their families.

Question 8

Chronic pain may affect sleep and appetite but doesn't result in lost sexual interest.

Accepted Answer

Chronic pain can have a range of effects on a person's physical and emotional well-being, including sleep disturbances, changes in appetite, and decreased sexual function and interest.

Question 9

Often, the only task that matters in being with someone who is dying is to

Accepted Answer

Staying close and doing nothing can provide comfort and support to someone who is dying, as it respects their need for presence and companionship without imposing unnecessary actions or conversations.

Question 10

People near the end of life in the active dying stage are often more comfortable without foods or liquids.

Accepted Answer

During the active dying stage, the body's organs are shutting down and the person may not have the ability to swallow, digest or process food or liquids. In addition, the body may use its remaining energy to focus on more essential life processes than digestion, so offering food or liquids may actually cause discomfort. Therefore, it is often recommended to stop offering food and liquids to those in the active dying stage and instead focus on providing comfort measures.

Question 11

According to Rando, coping is limited to psychological, cognitive, and emotional processes.

Accepted Answer

According to Rando, coping includes behavioral, social, and spiritual dimensions as well, in addition to psychological, cognitive, and emotional dimensions.

Question 12

Palliation of symptoms using surgery may be used to improve the quality of life.

Accepted Answer

Palliative surgery is a type of surgery that aims to improve the quality of life for patients by reducing pain, discomfort, or other symptoms associated with their condition or disease. While it may not cure the underlying problem, it can help to alleviate suffering and improve overall well-being.

Question 13

Over 50 percent of the world's population has adequate access to opioid medications for patient pain control.

Accepted Answer

According to the World Health Organization, only about 10 percent of the world's population has adequate access to opioid medications for patient pain control.

Question 14

The most useful agents for the treatment of pain associated with advanced disease are opioid analgesics.

Accepted Answer

Opioid analgesics are generally considered the most effective medication for the treatment of pain associated with advanced disease. They can effectively manage severe pain and are often prescribed for patients with cancer, terminal illnesses or other conditions causing chronic pain.

Question 15

Which of the following are spiritual needs of dying patients
1)Need for hope and creativity
2)Need to complete a will for loved ones
3)Need to give and receive love
4)Need for meaning and purpose

Accepted Answer

The spiritual needs of dying patients include the need for hope and creativity, the need to give and receive love, and the need for meaning and purpose. Completing a will for loved ones is more of a practical need than a spiritual need. Therefore, options A, C, and D can be eliminated, and the best choice is B.

Question 16

A patient's "total pain" includes
1)psychological.
2)economic.
3)social.
4)spiritual.

Accepted Answer

Total pain is a concept that includes not only the physical aspect but also psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of pain, acknowledging that pain is a complex, multifaceted experience.

Question 17

A massive heart attack is illustrative of one type of dying trajectory.

Accepted Answer

A massive heart attack is an acute event with a rapid dying trajectory, typically occurring suddenly and with little warning.

Question 18

Pain can be directly measured and observed.

Accepted Answer

Pain cannot be directly measured, as it is a subjective experience that varies from person to person. Healthcare professionals rely on self-reported pain scales and observation of behaviors and physiological responses associated with pain to assess and manage pain in patients.

Question 19

Terminal restlessness is a welcomed medical condition showing the ability to maintain attention at the end-of-life.

Accepted Answer

Terminal restlessness refers to a state of confusion and discomfort that some people experience in the final days or hours of life. It is not a welcomed condition, as it often indicates uncontrolled pain, agitation, or other underlying medical issues.

Quiz 7: Facing Death: Living With Life-Threatening Illness