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What is the primary goal when a patient is in the 'end of life' period?
To focus on comfort as the primary goal
What is the main focus of palliative care?
Comprehensive treatment of discomfort, symptoms, and stress of serious illness
What is brain death determined by?
Flat EEG indicating death of brain cells
What does hospice care aim to provide to terminally ill persons and their families?
Care and services enabling individuals to die at home
What defines somatic death?
Absence of cardiac and pulmonary functions
Test your knowledge of end-of-life care with this quiz on definitions related to hospice care, palliative care, and the end of life. Evaluate your understanding of the terminology and concepts surrounding care for terminally ill individuals and their families.
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