The totally competent 76-year-old female with terminal cancer is fatigued and tearful about the ineffectiveness of her treatment. She tells the nurse that she wishes she had never started it, but now feels obligated to continue. The nurse explains that:
a. once treatment has begun, the doctor should decide about any changes.
b. she may change her mind about treatment at any time.
c. decisions about treatment should be made by the person who is her medical power of attorney.
d. cessation of treatment will shorten her life.
ANS: B
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1. unintentional change. 2. unplanned change. 3. short-term change. 4. change by drift.
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1. Hot chocolate 2. Tea and crackers 3. Cereal with milk 4. Chips and salsa
____________________ is the most common functional disorder in the elderly.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).