Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)
1. The five stages of dying are normal reactions to help people deal with approaching death.
a. True
b. False
2. If you are uncomfortable with a dying client, you should not say anything to your agency because you need your job.
a. True
b. False
3. One of the duties of the homemaker/home health aide is to notify the health care provider directly at the time of the client’s death.
a. True
b. False
4. A client who is terminally ill is unlikely to recover.
a. True
b. False
5. If a client is angry with you and says, “Why get dressed? I’m going to die anyway,” you should view this as a normal reaction.
a. True
b. False
6. Listening to a family regarding the care of the client is one of the duties of the homemaker/ home health aide.
a. True
b. False
1. a 4. a
2. b 5. a
3. b 6. a
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