Typically, a client who has a life expectancy of less than ____________________ months should be referred to hospice
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
6
six
Rationale: The generally accepted standard of practice for clients with a life expectancy of less than 6 months, regardless of disease, is that they should be referred for hospice care.
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