Question 1

One of the best ways to support a dying person is to listen.

Accepted Answer

Listening is a crucial form of support for a dying person as it allows them to express their feelings, fears, and wishes. It also helps them feel heard and validated, which can provide comfort and reassurance during the end-of-life process.

Question 2

Many people seek to avoid any thought or mention of death.

Accepted Answer

Many people have a fear of death and avoid thinking or mentioning it.

Question 3

The two forms of advance directives are a living will and a heath care proxy.

Accepted Answer

A living will and a health care proxy are the two forms of advance directives. A living will outlines the medical treatments a person wishes to receive or not receive if they become unable to make decisions, while a health care proxy designates someone to make those decisions on behalf of the individual if they become incapacitated.

Question 4

Mourning refers to the process by which one adjusts to loss.

Accepted Answer

Mourning involves the psychological and social process of adapting to the loss of a loved one or other significant loss.

Question 5

The practice of withholding treatment that could potentially sustain life is termed active euthanasia.

Accepted Answer

Active euthanasia involves taking deliberate steps to end a patient's life, such as administering a lethal injection. Withholding treatment that could potentially sustain life is known as passive euthanasia.

Question 6

The type of care Bill is receiving is best described as
A)curative care.
B)hospital-based palliative care.
C)hospice care.
D)life-sustaining.

Accepted Answer

The best description of the care Bill is receiving is hospice care, which is focused on providing comfort and support for individuals with a life-limiting illness. Hospice care does not aim to cure the person's illness, but instead strives to manage symptoms and improve quality of life.

Question 7

Common behaviors associated with grief include binge eating and excessive sleep.

Accepted Answer

Common behaviors associated with grief include sadness, tearfulness, loss of interest in activities, changes in appetite or weight, trouble sleeping, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating. While changes in appetite and sleep are common, binge eating and excessive sleep are not necessarily typical behaviors associated with grief.

Question 8

It is recommended that children not be included as part of the family mourning process.

Accepted Answer

It is generally recommended that children should be included as part of the family mourning process, as they too may experience grief and need support and understanding. However, the level and type of involvement may vary depending on the child's age and emotional maturity. It is important for parents to provide age-appropriate information, reassurance, and opportunities to express their feelings during this time.

Question 9

A testamentary letter is a document that informs a dying person's survivors of various types of important personal information,such as bank accounts,the location of keys,and the names of people who should be notified of the death.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. A testamentary letter is a document that provides important personal information to a person's survivors in the event of their death, such as the location of bank accounts, keys, and contact information for family and friends.

Question 10

Physician-assisted suicide and active euthanasia are the same thing.

Accepted Answer

Physician-assisted suicide involves a physician providing the means for a patient to end their own life, while active euthanasia involves a physician actively ending a patient's life. They are two distinct forms of end-of-life decision making.

Question 11

Identify one of the key physical changes or challenges facing people as they age.Describe the condition,and list at least four strategies for prevention or control/treatment.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Identify one of the key physical changes...

Question 12

Describe five strategies for age-proofing,and explain how each can help prevent,delay,lessen,or reverse negative changes associated with aging.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Describe five strategies for age-proofing,and explain how...

Question 13

The case of Karen Ann Quinlan involved the withdrawal of life-sustaining treatment.

Accepted Answer

Karen Ann Quinlan was a young woman who had been in a coma for several months, and her parents wanted to withdraw her from the ventilator. This case became a landmark in the history of medical ethics and resulted in the development of the "right to die" movement.

Question 14

Cremation usually involves a grave dug into the soil or entombment in a mausoleum.

Accepted Answer

Cremation typically does not involve a grave dug into the soil or entombment in a mausoleum. It involves the burning of human remains to ashes, which may then be kept in an urn or scattered in a designated location.

Question 15

Children usually gain an accurate understanding of the finality of death between the ages of 6 and 9.

Accepted Answer

According to developmental psychology, children usually gain an accurate understanding of the finality of death between the ages of 6 and 9.

Question 16

Gayle's activity level will help protect her from experiencing all of the following as she ages EXCEPT
A)loss of fluid intelligence.
B)type 2 diabetes.
C)osteoporosis.
D)declines in vision and hearing.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Gayle's activity level will help protect her...

Question 17

Which of the following statements about Gayle is FALSE?
A)Gayle's diverse interests will help her enjoy her leisure time when she retires.
B)Gayle's exercise habits and hobbies can help prevent arthritis.
C)Gayle began saving for retirement early enough to support herself.
D)Gayle will need to take special care to prepare her finances for retirement.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statements about Gayle...

Question 18

If you decide to donate your organs after death,you should be sure to discuss this decision with your family.

Accepted Answer

It is important to discuss your decision to donate organs with your family as they may be asked to give consent for donation after your death. It can also ease any potential conflicts or confusion among family members during an emotional time.

Question 19

Most terminally ill patients experience Kübler-Ross's stages of dying in sequence.

Accepted Answer

While Kübler-Ross's stages of dying (denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance) are commonly referenced and experienced by many patients, not all patients experience them in a specific sequence or even at all. Each person's experience of dying is unique and may not fit into a predetermined framework.

Question 20

The case of Terri Schiavo in 2003 demonstrated that indicating in writing one's own preferences for life-sustaining treatment in advance of being incapacitated by illness or injury has little value.

Accepted Answer

The case of Terri Schiavo actually demonstrated the importance of advance directives, as it brought attention to the fact that individuals should make their end-of-life wishes known in advance to avoid disputes and uncertainty among family members and healthcare providers. However, the case also highlighted the need for clear and specific language in the advance directive, as well as the importance of establishing a durable power of attorney for healthcare decisions.

Quiz 17: The Challenge of Aging