Asked by Imani Reese on Jun 10, 2024
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Which is one of the biggest challenges facing current nursing practice?
A) The number of aging Americans living with chronic disease.
B) The number of patients entering into hospice programs.
C) The number of cancer patients receiving supportive care.
D) Reduced length of stay in hospice care.
Chronic Disease
A long-lasting condition that can be controlled but not cured.
Hospice Programs
Care programs focused on providing comfort and support to patients and their families during the end stages of a terminal illness, emphasizing palliative care.
Supportive Care
Medical care given to improve the quality of life for patients with serious health conditions, often focusing on symptom management.
- Evaluate the impact of chronic diseases on the healthcare system and the importance of palliative care.
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Vianca PriceJun 16, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Millions of Americans are living with one or more chronic debilitating diseases, and 7 out of 10 can expect to live with their diseases several years before dying. When coupled with the advancing age of the eight million baby boomers who now qualify for Medicare, this will soon create a huge demand on health care resources and community-based services.
Learning Objectives
- Evaluate the impact of chronic diseases on the healthcare system and the importance of palliative care.