Which of the following is NOT a component of palliative care?
Pain management
Emotional support
Curative treatment
Symptom management
#2
What is the primary goal of palliative care?
To cure the disease
To prolong life at any cost
To improve quality of life
To provide spiritual counseling
#3
Which of the following is a common symptom managed in palliative care?
High blood pressure
Joint pain due to arthritis
Chronic cough
All of the above
#4
What does the acronym 'DNR' stand for in palliative care?
Do Not Resuscitate
Do Not Recover
Disease Not Reversible
Death Not Reversible
#5
Which of the following is a common psychological symptom addressed in palliative care?
Hypertension
Depression
Pneumonia
Diabetes
#6
Which of the following healthcare professionals is typically involved in providing palliative care?
Oncologist
Cardiologist
Nephrologist
Hospice nurse
#7
What is the difference between palliative care and hospice care?
There is no difference
Palliative care focuses on pain management, while hospice care focuses on end-of-life care
Palliative care is for chronic conditions, while hospice care is for acute conditions
Palliative care is provided in hospitals, while hospice care is provided at home
#8
What is the role of a palliative care team?
To only provide pain relief medications
To coordinate care and support for patients with serious illnesses
To perform surgical procedures
To focus solely on spiritual counseling
#9
Which of the following is a psychosocial aspect of palliative care?
Administering chemotherapy
Providing grief counseling
Performing physical therapy
Prescribing antibiotics
#10
How does palliative care differ from end-of-life care?
There is no difference
Palliative care is only provided in hospitals, while end-of-life care is provided at home
Palliative care focuses on improving quality of life at any stage of a serious illness, while end-of-life care specifically addresses the needs of patients nearing death
Palliative care is solely focused on physical symptoms, while end-of-life care addresses emotional and spiritual needs
#11
Which of the following is a key principle of palliative care?
Encouraging aggressive treatment
Focusing solely on physical symptoms
Respecting patient autonomy
Avoiding communication with family members
#12
What does the term 'total pain' refer to in palliative care?