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People who believe in an afterlife maybe comforted by this belief.
true or false
true
We need to observe and report signs of this
What is pain
this is critical
name some of the rights of a dying resident
Participate in decisions concerning their care, have their questions answered honestly and die in peace and dignity.
RUQ
right upper quadrant
OCD
obsessive compulsive disease
This can affect how someone deals with death
what is someones cultural background
you should avoid a patient who is dying and their family members
true or false
false
How can we as an aid respect pts rights
respect their wishes, listen but don't give advice,
don't make promises you can't keep, respect privacy of the family, help with family's comfort.
LUE
Left upper extemity
CAD
Coronary Artery Disease
This is the last sense to leave the body
What is hearing
Name some things that you shouldn't discuss with dying residents and their families
your own beliefs, and things that are upsetting to the paitent
All hospice patients will have the same needs true or false.
false
LLQ
Left lower quadrant
PVD
Peripheral Vascular Disease
What is one of the most important things you can do for a resident who is dying?
Listen, allow them to fully express their feelings.
If someone has a DNR, what should we do if they stop breathing?
nothing - let the nurse know
Name some considerations you need to consider when deciding to work with dying pts.
Know your limits and accepts them, be aware of your feelings, it can be draining and hard.
RLQ
Right lower quadrant
GERD
gastroesophageal reflux disease
How do we have the lighting for someone who is dying
keep the lighting low.
observe body language to anticipate their needs.
What is the difference between Hospice care and palliative care?
Hospice is compassionate care for people who are dying and their families it emphasizes holistic care it can be given 24/7
Palliative care emphasizes relieving pain and controlling symptoms
Type of breathing that occurs before death____
the stiffening after death is called
Cheyne Stokes
Rigor mortis
R.O.
reality orientation
BPH
benign prostatic hypertrophy