The Death With Dignity Law in the state of Oregon:
A) requires the physician to inform the patient of feasible alternatives.
B) allows doctors to help patients within 2 days of a request for assisted suicide.
C) allows family members to assist in the suicide of a dying patient.
D) has resulted in higher rates of illegal use of barbiturates in that state.
The last stage of Erikson's stages of development is ________.
Fill in the blanks with correct word
Which of the following ethnic groups is least likely to report stress, burden, and depression in the caregiver role?
A) Hispanic caregivers
B) African American caregivers
C) Asian American caregivers
D) Caucasian, non-Hispanic caregivers
Discuss the link between social policy and social programs.
What will be an ideal response?
Male caregivers of frail elders:
A) constitute about the same percentage of caregivers as do females
B) feel as psychologically responsible as female caregivers
C) face multiple demands like females
D) are less likely to give up jobs than females
When older adults experience signs of mental disorders, they turn first to their family physician rather than a mental health professional.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Regarding the death of siblings,:
A) many social supports exist for the bereaved siblings.
B) sibling bonds often don't last as long as other family relationships.
C) research on the effects of sibling death to the older person is limited.
D) none of the above.
The first national public benefits program was ________.
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Hospice care:
A) uses experimental drugs that can cure a very ill person.
B) provides care and support to both the patient and the family.
C) represents a philosophy on how to deal with dying patients.
D) both B and C.
A majority of those with Alzheimer's disease are cared for in long-term care settings, such as nursing homes.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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