End-of-Life Perspectives and Practices Quiz
Explore key concepts in end-of-life care: palliative vs. hospice care, advance directives, comfort measures, and ethical considerations.
#1
Which of the following best defines palliative care?
It focuses on curing diseases
It aims to relieve suffering and improve quality of life
It involves only spiritual support
It is primarily provided in hospitals only
#2
What does DNR stand for in end-of-life care?
Do Not Resuscitate
Do Not React
Delay Normal Respiration
Definitely Notify Relatives
#3
In the context of end-of-life care, what does the acronym EOL stand for?
End of Life
End of Living
Eternal Optimism for Living
Ethical Observation of Life
#4
Which of the following is not a component of a holistic approach to end-of-life care?
Physical care
Spiritual care
Financial care
Emotional care
#5
Which of the following is a common symptom addressed in end-of-life care?
Increased appetite
Improved mobility
Nausea and vomiting
Heightened energy levels
#6
What is an advanced directive?
A legal document that specifies a person's preferences for end-of-life care
A medical treatment administered at the end of life
A type of funeral arrangement
A directive given by a physician
#7
What is the primary goal of hospice care?
To cure the patient's illness
To provide comfort and support to patients with terminal illnesses
To administer aggressive treatments
To prolong life at any cost
#8
What is the purpose of a living will?
To designate a person to make medical decisions on your behalf
To specify medical treatments you wish to receive or refuse in the future
To outline funeral arrangements
To distribute assets after death
#9
What does POLST stand for in end-of-life care?
Patient Options for Life-Sustaining Treatment
Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment
Preferred Options for Lasting Supportive Treatment
Progressive Orders for Long-term Supportive Therapy
#10
What is terminal sedation?
A type of pain relief at the end of life
Administering medication to induce a coma until death occurs
A form of euthanasia
Withholding food and water to hasten death
#11
What is VSED as a choice in end-of-life care?
Vital Signs Euthanasia Decision
Voluntary Stop Eating and Drinking
Ventilator Support End Date
Valuable Supportive End-of-Life Decisions
#12
What is the significance of the Death with Dignity Act?
It legalizes euthanasia in all states
It allows terminally ill patients to request medication to end their lives
It mandates aggressive medical interventions for all terminal patients
It prohibits any end-of-life decision-making by patients
#13
What is a common concern regarding palliative sedation?
It may cause addiction in patients
It may hasten death
It is ineffective in managing pain
It is only applicable to cancer patients
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