Exam IV (Ch. 27/30) Flashcards
1
Q
In order to qualify for hospice, a physician must provide certification of a terminal condition with a prognosis of less than _____ months
A
6 months
2
Q
What is palliative care?
A
An approach that improves the QOL for patients and families facing life-threatening illness
3
Q
T or F: palliative care includes patient at any stage of their disease process
A
True
4
Q
What are the signs/symptoms of terminal restlessness?
A
Restlessness, agitation, confusion, hallucinations, and nightmares
5
Q
________ is one of the last senses to go
A
Hearing
6
Q
What percentage of all adults have some type of health insurance?
A
98.6%
7
Q
What does Medicare: Part A NOT cover?
A
Long-term care
Preventative care
Caps and limits coverage
