A client diagnosed with end-stage leukemia is placed in hospice care. In a hospice setting, who is in control of client care?
A) The physician
B) The nurse
C) The family
D) The client
D
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In hospice care, the client is in control of his or her care. This is "autonomous" decision making at the end-of-life. The client and the family, along with the hospice team, decide on the most appropriate care once the client has agreed on care.
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