Caregiver End of Life and Palliative Care 3

Question 1

Which of the following is a sign that a hospice resident has entered the active dying phase?

Accepted Answer

Irregular breathing with long pauses (Cheyne-Stokes)

Answer

Cheyne-Stokes breathing, characterized by irregular breathing with periods of apnea, is a hallmark sign that a person has entered the active dying phase.

Question 2

A dying resident's family asks to perform a specific religious ritual at the bedside. How should the caregiver respond?

Accepted Answer

Accommodate the request to the extent possible and notify the nurse or social worker

Answer

Accommodating religious and cultural practices at end of life is a fundamental component of person-centered, dignified care.

Question 3

What does the term 'comfort measures only' mean in a resident's care plan?

Accepted Answer

Care is focused on relieving symptoms and maximizing comfort without curative or life-prolonging interventions

Answer

Comfort measures only means care is directed at symptom relief and quality of life, without interventions aimed at curing disease or extending life.

Question 4

How should a caregiver respond when a dying resident says, 'I'm not afraid to die. I just don't want to be alone'?

Accepted Answer

Express empathy and ensure the resident has company as much as possible, including calling family

Answer

Acknowledging the resident's fear of dying alone and taking action to ensure their companionship is a direct, compassionate, and person-centered response.

Question 5

A resident enrolled in hospice is prescribed liquid morphine for pain. The caregiver observes the medication at the bedside. What should the caregiver do?

Accepted Answer

Report the medication's presence to the nurse but do not administer it

Answer

Medication administration is outside the scope of practice of a caregiver. The caregiver should notify the nurse who is responsible for administering and managing medications.

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Caregiver End of Life and Palliative Care 3