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Palliative Care and Hospice at UPENN - Dr. Meryem Erceylan

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What is the primary role of Palliative Care clinicians in the United States?

Provide assistance in treating complex symptoms (correct)

Perform surgical procedures

Offer dental care services

Conduct physical therapy sessions

Which of the following is NOT a member of the Palliative Care Team mentioned in the text?

Dietitians (correct)

Pharmacists

Spiritual care providers

Social workers

How does the Palliative Care Team determine a patient's need for palliative care?

By conducting surgical procedures

By offering physical therapy sessions

By providing dental care services

By evaluating the general condition of the patient (correct)

Where does the Palliative Care Team work within the hospital setting?

Throughout the hospital Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of the multidisciplinary, interprofessional Palliative Care Team in the United States?

To help achieve patient treatment goals Signup and view all the answers

How does a patient become identified as needing palliative care by the Palliative Care Team?

By filling out a form after evaluation Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of hospice care?

Ensuring the comfort and quality of life of seriously ill patients Signup and view all the answers

When might a patient transition to hospice care?

When ongoing treatment is no longer helping and the person is likely to die within six months Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for providing spiritual support in hospice care?

Chaplain Signup and view all the answers

How long is a hospice patient typically expected to live?

6 months or less Signup and view all the answers

In what circumstances can palliative care be provided?

Alongside curative treatment and at the time of diagnosis Signup and view all the answers