Coping
Name one relaxation technique used to cope with stress?
What is deep breathing? (or meditation, yoga, etc.)
Hospice care provides support to these individuals as well as the patient.
What is family members?
This eating disorder is characterized by extreme fear of gaining weight and severe food restriction
What is Anorexia nervosa?
This term refers to the final and most severe stage of HIV infection
What is AIDS?
This is the term for postponing seeking medical treatment despite experiencing symptoms.
What is treatment delay?
This type of coping strategy involves focusing on changing one's perception of pain.
What is cognitive coping?
This is the first stage of grief, according to Kübler-Ross's model.
What is denial?
Name one symptom of bulimia nervosa
What is binge eating followed by purging? (or using laxatives, excessive exercise, etc.)
Name one way HIV can be transmitted.
What is through unprotected sexual contact? (or blood transfusions, sharing needles, etc.)
This term describes the extent to which patients follow prescribed treatments
What is adherence?
Name one common technique for coping with chronic pain
What is cognitive behavioral therapy? (or mindfulness, distraction, etc.)
Hospice care primarily focuses on this aspect of a patient's well-being.
What is comfort and quality of life?
This eating disorder involves recurrent episodes of binge eating without a compensatory behavior.
What is binge-eating disorder?
This type of cancer originates in the blood and affects blood cell production.
What is leukemia?
Name one factor that can contribute to treatment delay.
What is fear of diagnosis? (or cost, time, etc.)
Name one way in which social support can positively impact someone with a chronic illness.
What is providing encouragement for treatment adherence, space to express emotions, validation, keep active.
This chronic illness is a leading cause of death in hospice care patients.
What is cancer?
This psychological factor is often a significant contributing element in eating disorders
What is low self-esteem? (or body dissatisfaction, perfectionism, etc.)
This type of cancer originates in the lymphatic system and can affect lymph nodes throughout the body.
What is lymphoma?
This gender is more likely to delay seeking medical help, especially for mental health issues.
What is male? (AMAB)
Name two types of social support.
What is emotional support and instrumental support.
Name one common symptom of caregiver burnout
What is exhaustion? (or irritability, loss of interest, etc.)
Name one physical consequence of an eating disorder?
What is electrolyte imbalance? (or heart complications, digestive problems, dental issues, etc.)
This type of treatment can help manage HIV and prevent the progression to AIDS.
What is antiretroviral treatment?
These are two common reasons why a patient might intentionally choose not to adhere to a treatment plan
What are concerns about side effects and distrust of medical providers?