The goal of ______ care is to prevent and relieve suffering, and to support the best possible quality of life for patients and their families, regardless of their stage of disease or the need for other therapies, in accordance with their values and preferences.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


palliative

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A. the end of the esophagus. B. the part of the esophagus that connects to the stomach. C. the part of the esophagus that passes through the diaphragm. D. the upper section of the esophagus.

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What will be an ideal response?

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Fill in the blank with correct word.

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All of the following are functions of the dermis EXCEPT that it:

A. houses epidermal appendages. B. assists with vitamin D production. C. provides sensation. D. assists with thermoregulation.

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