Asked by Lourdes Hernandez on Jul 05, 2024
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Today most patients are living for several years before dying with multiple chronic conditions, such as COPD, congestive heart failure, diabetes, and obesity. These concomitant diseases contribute to multiple symptoms that interfere with the patient's quality of life. What type of care would you consider for this patient?
A) End-of-life care
B) Supportive care
C) Comfort care
D) Palliative care
Concomitant Diseases
Diseases or conditions that co-occur with a primary disease or condition, complicating the diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.
Chronic Conditions
Long-term health conditions that require ongoing medical attention and can limit daily activities.
Quality of Life
A broad multidimensional concept that usually includes subjective evaluations of both positive and negative aspects of life.
- Understand the definition and purpose of palliative care.
- Distinguish between palliative care and other forms of end-of-life care.
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Alana de BellardJul 08, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Palliative care provides optimal symptom management in the setting of multiple chronic conditions. The relief and management of these symptoms help to promote improved quality of life for the patient and help to maintain physical functioning.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the definition and purpose of palliative care.
- Distinguish between palliative care and other forms of end-of-life care.