End-of-Life and Palliative Care Flashcards
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A resident who is dying says they are afraid. What is the best response from the nursing assistant?
Answer: Stay with the resident, listen without judging, and report the concerns to the nurse
Active listening and presence give emotional support at the end of life. The nurse should be told about the resident's concerns so the care team can address them.
Which of the following is a common physical sign that death may be near?
Answer: Cool, mottled skin on the hands and feet
As circulation slows, the extremities often become cool and mottled. Other signs include slowed breathing, decreased intake and reduced responsiveness. Report changes to the nurse.
What is the goal of palliative or hospice care?
Answer: To provide comfort and quality of life, and to relieve pain and symptoms
Palliative and hospice care focus on comfort, dignity and quality of life rather than cure. They also support the family.
Hearing is thought to be one of the last senses to be lost. How should this affect your care of a resident who is unresponsive and near death?
Answer: Speak softly and respectfully to the resident, explaining what you are doing
Residents may still hear even when they cannot respond. Speaking gently, explaining care and avoiding inappropriate conversation preserves dignity.
After a resident dies, the nursing assistant is asked to help with postmortem care. What should be done first?
Answer: Be sure the nurse has confirmed the death and any required facility steps have been completed
Postmortem care begins only after the nurse (or other authorized person) has pronounced the death and permission has been given. Follow facility policy, respect cultural and religious wishes, and keep the body dignified and the room private.
A family member of a dying resident is crying in the hallway. What is the most appropriate action?
Answer: Be respectful and compassionate, offer privacy, and tell the nurse so the family can get support
Families need compassion and support. Nursing assistants do not give prognoses or share medical details beyond their role, but they can show empathy and tell the nurse so that social work or spiritual care can help.
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