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What is meant by the 'experience of comfort' in end-of-life care?
What is meant by the 'experience of comfort' in end-of-life care?
Which of the following best defines the importance of 'dignity and respect' in end-of-life care?
Which of the following best defines the importance of 'dignity and respect' in end-of-life care?
What does 'being at peace' include in the context of end-of-life experiences?
What does 'being at peace' include in the context of end-of-life experiences?
How does the role of nursing care contribute to the end-of-life experience?
How does the role of nursing care contribute to the end-of-life experience?
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What is a significant assumption about end-of-life experiences?
What is a significant assumption about end-of-life experiences?
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Which aspect is NOT a part of a 'peaceful state' at the end of life?
Which aspect is NOT a part of a 'peaceful state' at the end of life?
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What is the goal of end-of-life care, according to peaceful end-of-life theory?
What is the goal of end-of-life care, according to peaceful end-of-life theory?
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Which statement accurately reflects the concept of 'closeness to significant others'?
Which statement accurately reflects the concept of 'closeness to significant others'?
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Study Notes
Cornelia Ruland & Shirley Moore: Peaceful End-of-Life Theory
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Not Being in Pain: Absence of pain and suffering. A state free from unpleasant sensory experiences.
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Experience of Comfort: Relief from discomfort; a state of ease, peace, and contentment. Includes anything that makes life easier or more pleasurable.
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Experience of Dignity and Respect: Treating the terminally ill as valuable human beings. Incorporates the ethical principle of autonomy — respecting individual choices.
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Being at Peace: A feeling of calmness, harmony, and contentment, free from anxiety, restlessness, worries, and fear. This encompasses physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects.
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Closeness to Significant Others: Feeling connected to those who care; involves emotional and/or physical closeness.
Major Assumptions
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Individualized Experiences: End-of-life experiences are unique to each person.
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Crucial Role of Nursing: Nurses play a vital role in creating peaceful end-of-life experiences. They assess cues, intervene appropriately, and maintain peace even when verbal communication is unavailable.
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Importance of Family: Family, encompassing all significant others, is crucial to end-of-life care.
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Maximizing, Not Optimizing Care: The goal is to provide the best possible care through judicious use of technology and comfort measures to enhance quality of life and facilitate a peaceful death. Avoiding overly aggressive treatment.
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Explore the concepts from Cornelia Ruland & Shirley Moore's Peaceful End-of-Life Theory. This quiz covers important aspects such as comfort, dignity, and the significance of relationships at the end of life. Test your understanding of how nursing practices contribute to a peaceful transition for terminally ill patients.
