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Discuss what things you would expect to see when a patient learns of a terminal diagnosis.

Question Description

Answer these questions :

  • 1)Discuss what things you would expect to see when a patient learns of a terminal diagnosis
  • 2)Discuss the what therapeutic communication techniques the nurse can use in difficult situations
  • 3)Describe some ethical dilemmas patient and families may experience when faced with a terminal illness
  • 4)Discuss the meaning of palliative care and what it means
  • 5)What is the difference between Palliative Care, Hospice and Comfort Care
  • 6)When is a patient appropriate for Hospice Care
  • 7)What if the role of the DNR form?
  • 8)What are alternative methods to augment pain and anxiety?