What are the benefits of a holistic caregiver at the end-of-life? (Select all that apply.)
a. The caregiver communicates and responds to the patient's concerns about death.
b. The caregiver embraces the value of palliative care rather than curative care.
c. The caregiver helps the patient and family face loss and grieve in anticipation of loss.
d. The caregiver encourages the patient to focus on wellness and recovery.
e. The caregiver collaborates with other professionals for patient support.
ANS: A, B, C, E
The focus of palliative care is not recovery.
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