Which of the following types of care should the interdisciplinary team of hospice provide? Select all that apply
A. Physical care available on a 24/7 basis
B. Counseling on the addictive properties of pain-management medications
C. Discussions related to death and dying
D. Explorations of new, aggressive treatments
E. Assistance with obtaining spiritual support and guidance
ANS: A, C, E
The nurse should identify that the interdisciplinary team of hospice provides physical care available on a 24/7 basis, discussions related to death and dying, and assistance with obtaining spiritual support and guidance. Hospice is a program that provides palliative and supportive care to meet the needs of people who are dying. Support is also provided to client families.
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