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In what year did Carmencita Abaquin publish her study to prove the applicability and efficacy of Prepare Me Theory?
1999
What field of nursing inspired the Prepare Me Theory?
Oncology nursing, particularly palliative and end-of-life care
What does the letter “P” in PREPARED ME stand for?
Presence
Is the theory focused only on physical care?
No. It addresses physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual care.
Which type of care commonly uses this theory?
Palliative and hospice care
What is the main goal of the Prepare Me Theory?
To improve the quality of life of patients with advanced progressive illness through holistic, non-pharmacological nursing care
Why is dignity important in nursing care according to the theory?
Because dignity preserves peace, self-worth, and acceptance when cure is no longer possible
How does spiritual care support patient readiness?
By helping patients find meaning, inner peace, and acceptance through spiritual connection
In what settings can the Prepare Me Theory be applied?
Oncology units, palliative and hospice care, critical and long-term care, mental health and spiritual care, and end-of-life settings
How does the Prepare Me Theory redefine the concept of healing?
It defines healing as achieving inner peace, dignity, acceptance, and readiness rather than physical cure
How does the Prepare Me Theory redefine the concept of healing?
It defines healing as achieving inner peace, dignity, acceptance, and readiness rather than physical cure
What challenges may nurses face when applying this theory?
Time constraints, emotional burden, lack of training in spiritual care, cultural differences, and limited institutional support
How does cultural sensitivity influence the theory’s application?
By ensuring care respects patients’ cultural, spiritual, and family values, which enhances acceptance and meaningful care
True or False. Carmencita Abaquin recommended that her study be expanded to include the old debilitated persons, and only then can her theory be used for a universal population.
TRUE
How can the PREPARED ME framework improve end-of-life decision-making?
By guiding patients and families toward understanding, acceptance, reconciliation, and peaceful decision-making at the end of life