Asked by Alyssa Allison on Apr 24, 2024

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Which patient is most suitable for admission into hospice?

A) A 63-year-old man with a fractured femur
B) A 45-year-old woman with terminal end-stage renal failure
C) A 14-year-old patient with leukemia that is in remission
D) A 78-year-old patient with dementia that wanders

Hospice

A service that provides palliative care for terminally ill patients and support for their families, focusing on comfort and quality of life rather than cure.

End-Stage Renal Failure

End-stage renal failure is a condition in which the kidneys lose their ability to function effectively, often requiring dialysis or kidney transplantation as treatment.

  • Pinpoint the ideal types of care facilities for a range of patient necessities.
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Kathleen Nicole CampbellApr 30, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
A patient entering a hospice is at the terminal phase of illness,and the patient,family,and physician agree that no further treatment will reverse the disease process.A fractured femur,leukemia in remission,and dementia are not conditions that are terminal,and so are not appropriate for hospice.