Clinical and Care Questions
Symptoms that often indicate that a patient is transitioning
Changes in breathing pattern, mottling, decreased urine output.
The best communication style for discussing death and dying
Honest, gentle, clear, and compassionate
true or false: hospice is only for cancer patients
False
one non-pharmacological way to manage anxiety in a hospice patient.
music, touch, breathing exercises, aromatherapy, or guided imagery.
Response when a family member says "I'm not ready"
Acknowledge their feeling; offer support and presence
True
Terminal restlessness is.....
Agitation or confusion near the end of life
Name one way to support a caregiver who's exhausted.
offer respite, listen without judgement, or connect the with social work/volunteers.
True or false: hospice stops all medications
False
The FAST scale is used for.....
To measure functional decline in dementia.
Name how hospice addresses spirituality
By respecting each persons beliefs and offering chaplain or spiritual support as desired.
What holiday can be hardest for families in hospice
Any
GIP stands for......and times where its used
General inpatient Care- for acute symptom management that can't be handled at home
what is the sacred pause
A brief moment of silence and respect after a patient passes to honor their life.
What's the difference between hospice eligiblity and appropriateness
Eligibility = meets medical criteria
Appropriatenes s= timing and goals align with comfort care