9.4 Death and Dying Flashcards
1
Q
hospice
A
service that provides a death with dignity; pain management in a humane and comfortable
environment; usually outside of a hospital setting
2
Q
living will
A
a written legal document that details specific interventions a person wants; may include
health care proxy
3
Q
advance directive
A
a written legal document that details specific interventions a person wants (see living
will)
4
Q
Do Not Resuscitate (DNR)
A
a legal document stating that if a person stops breathing or his or her heart
stops, medical personnel such as doctors and nurses are not to take steps to revive or resuscitate the
patient
5
Q
health care proxy
A
a legal document that appoints a specific person to make medical decisions for a
patient if he or she is unable to speak for him/herself
