WEEK 14

Question 1

True or False: Kubler Ross only focuses on death.

Answer 1

False

she focuses on LOSS

with death, she also focuses on loss of function, limb, and autonomy

Question 2

Explain the Kübler-Ross Theory

Answer 2

1)Denial
- unconscious strategy to cope
- “not happening”
- allows brain to process

2) Anger
- general
- not about you
- set your limits

3) Bargaining
- make a deal in attempt to change circumstance

4) Depression
- feeling of hopelessness at circumstance

5) Acceptance
- coming to terms with the situation

Question 3

What is a “living will”?

Answer 3

• legal document
• that designates the medical treatments a person does or does not want if the person cannot express his or her wishes.

Question 4

What is a “Substitute decision maker (SDM)”?

Answer 4

• usually someone you know and have decided
• make decisions if you can’t

Question 5

What is a “Health Care Proxy”?

Answer 5

• usually assigned by institution
• make decisions if you can’t

Question 6

True/False: MAID has provincial guidelines.

Answer 6

True

Question 7

Difference between Rehab care and Palliative Care, give examples.

Answer 7

Rehabilitation – improve function/independence
- knee rehab

Palliative care – maintain function
- specialized care for individual at the end of life (last 6 months)
- life ending illness
- Focus on the value you are providing and are not individual’s health status

Question 8

Active VS Passive ROM, mobility assistance

Answer 8

Mobility assistance – keep people moving

Active (they do it)

Passive (you do it)

Help with pain (motion is lotion, keep them moving so they don’t get sore) / movement

Question 9

When using lifts, remember to…

Answer 9

Prepare environment (all you have to know)
- clear path
- know where you are going
- prepare patient (talk to them)

Question 10

Techniques for increasing comfort

Answer 10

• change positions to relieve pressure

-Support joints

-Optimize temperature