To be eligible for insurance benefits covering hospice care, a physician must certify that the patient's:
Choose all that apply.
1) Life expectancy is not more than 6 months.
2) Life expectancy is not more than 12 months.
3) Condition is expected to improve slightly.
4) Condition is not expected to improve.
ANS: 1, 4
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a. need to control all aspects of the world around him. b. use of intellectualization to protect against anxiety. c. inflexible view of the environment and the people in it. d. projection of blame for his own shortcomings onto others.
Many conditions affect retinal circulation, such as diabetes mellitus, hypertension, drug toxicity, tumors, and AIDS
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A 10-year-old patient will be started on methylphenidate hydrochloride (Ritalin) therapy. The nurse will perform which essential baseline assessment before this drug is started?
a. Eye examination b. Height and weight c. Liver function studies d. Hearing test
A terminally ill patient nearing end of life is dehydrated and complains of being thirsty. What can the nurse do to make the patient more comfortable?
A. Increase intravenous fluids. B. Provide oral care every 2 hours. C. Begin enteral feedings. D. Raise the head of the bed.