Medical Aid in Dying Concerns and Nursing Implications
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What is a potential concern for patients with MAiD?

  • Live in densely populated communities
  • Fearful of the dying process (correct)
  • Prefer to be a burden on others
  • Have access to quality palliative services

    • What are some legal and ethical implications for RNs regarding MAiD?

  • RNs are not involved in MAiD
  • RNs may be opposed to involvement (correct)
  • It is not important for nurses to know their role
  • RNs do not need to consider the CNA code of ethics

    • What criteria does a person have to meet to be eligible for MAiD?

  • Not required to have a grievous and irremediable medical condition
  • Must be over 65 years old
  • Does not need to give informed consent
  • Suffer from any curable disease (correct)

    • What is the criteria for a grievous and irremediable medical condition?

    <p>Natural death is not foreseeable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the RN in MAiD?

    <p>Aiding in the provision of MAiD (end of life care)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between end of life care and palliative care?

    <p>Palliative care can begin at any stage of an illness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of palliative care?

    <p>To improve the quality of life of a person experiencing a life-limiting illness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is conscientious objection in the context of MAiD?

    <p>An arrangement made by a nurse to refrain from aiding in the provision of MAiD due to differing morals and religious beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the role of the nurse during MAiD exclude?

    <p>Prescribing, compounding, dispensing, and administering any substances used</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the criteria for witnessing and signing MAiD requests?

    <p>Must not be directly involved in providing care of the person requesting MAiD</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can assess a person's eligibility for MAiD?

    <p>Nurse practitioner (NP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What safeguards does the Criminal Code impose in the context of MAiD?

    <p>Must be made in writing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the nurse's role in aiding the provision of MAiD?

    <p>Provide education and support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the competencies required for RNs aiding in the provision of MAiD?

    <p>Discussing a client's request for MAiD and understanding legislative requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of end of life care specific to MAiD?

    <ul> <li>To provide high quality client-centered care at end of life</li> </ul> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can prescribe, compound, dispense, prepare and administer medications related to MAiD?

    <p>Nurse practitioner (NP)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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