Postoperatively, Z.O. completed his initial course of chemotherapy. Now, 4 months later, he is experienc-
ing new symptoms, including behavior changes and regression in speech and mobility. His tumor has
recurred.
After a long discussion with Z.O.'s parents, the physician suggests hospice care.
List at least four of the goals of hospice care for this patient and family.
• Prevent, relieve, or decrease symptoms
• Promote quality of life; to help the patient live life to the fullest without pain
• Help the patient make choices and die peacefully
• Maintain the family unit; support the child and family
• Promote communication between family and child
• Encourage family participation in the care of the child
• Encourage family participation in the emotional care of the child and siblings
• Ensure the family does not feel isolated or abandoned
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1. The client spends most of the day at home and declines invitations to outside gatherings with friends because there is "so much to do" at home. 2. The client has enrolled in courses at the local university to complete the college degree that was started "years ago," but interrupted by family responsibilities. 3. The client has lunch at the company cafeteria several times each week. 4. The client has purchased hearing aids, but rarely uses them.
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A) Dry the newborn thoroughly B) Suction the airway C) Administer ventilations D) Give volume expanders
A 1-year-old is a victim of child abuse. Which of the following factors obtained on history is most apt to be associated with the risk of Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy physical abuse in children?
A) The family has a low socioeconomic level. B) The mother was abused as a child. C) The parents are outgoing, gregarious people. D) The family is an extended one.
Your patient reports "unusual food cravings.". When you inquire about the specifics, she reports eating laundry detergent and dirt. You know that this type of craving is known as ____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word