Euthanasia is the act or practice of causing death painlessly, with the aim to end suffering. Which act is associated with passive euthanasia?

A) DNR order
B) Initiating the dying process
C) Withdrawing treatment
D) Withholding treatment


A

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A) Obtain vital signs B) Perform a primary assessment C) Get a pulse oximeter reading D) Determine the type of medication taken

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In the final stage of dying, acceptance of death is a reasonable conclusion when faced with the facts of the patient's situation.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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What will be an ideal response?

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The upper section of the sternum is called the:

A. jugular notch. B. xiphoid process. C. angle of Louis. D. manubrium.

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