NUR2392 Exam 1: End-of-Life Pathophysiology and Symptom Management
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Which of the following is NOT a sign of approaching death?

  • Congestion and gurgling
  • Incontinence
  • Increased appetite (correct)
  • Increased sleeping

    • What is the most appropriate management for weakness in a patient approaching death?

  • Administer bronchodilators
  • Encourage regular exercise
  • Use therapeutic touch/Reiki
  • Prevent injuries and raise the head of the bed (correct)

    • What is the recommended approach to managing nausea and vomiting in a patient approaching death?

  • Encourage regular meals and fluids
  • Administer diuretics
  • Provide massage therapy
  • Use antiemetics (correct)

    • What should be considered when managing refractory distress in a patient approaching death?

    <p>Use palliative sedation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In postmortem care, which physical indication is NOT commonly observed?

    <p>Flushed body color</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between hospice and palliative care?

    <p>Hospice is limited to a 6-month period, while palliative care can continue indefinitely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the main sources of hope and strength considered in psychosocial needs at end-of-life?

    <p>Organized religion and personal rituals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristics are typical of malignant cells?

    <p>Abnormal morphology, harmful to normal tissue, rapid cell division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cancer affects blood-forming organs?

    <p>Leukemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

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