Question

a resident who is in the advanced stages of ovarian cancer is expected to die within the week. which of the following should the residents care focus on?

a) providing for comfort and pain relief
b) helping the resident maintain her normal routine
c) giving the resident plenty of time alone
d) helping the resident find access to experimental treatment for late-stage cancer patients

question 9 (mandatory) (6 points)
a resident who has cancer suffers from bouts of pain. which of the following would be the best response by the na?

a) encourage her to talk about her pain
b) administer more pain medication
c) notify the nurse

Explanation:

Analyze the first question on end-of-life care focus

• The resident is in the advanced stages of ovarian cancer and is expected to die within the week.
• At this terminal stage, care shifts from curative or restorative goals to palliative goals.
• The primary focus of palliative and hospice care is to maximize comfort, manage symptoms, and provide pain relief.
• Therefore, option A is the correct focus.

Analyze the second question on pain management scope of practice

• A resident with cancer is suffering from bouts of pain, and we need the best response by the Nursing Assistant (NA).
• Administering medication (Option B) is outside the scope of practice for an NA.
• Encouraging the resident to talk about pain (Option A) does not directly address the physical distress.
• The NA must report pain immediately to the licensed nurse so that appropriate assessment and medication adjustments can be made.
• Therefore, option C is the correct action.

Answer:

Question 1

• A) Providing for comfort and pain relief (Correct answer)
• B) Helping the resident maintain her normal routine
• C) Giving the resident plenty of time alone
• D) Helping the resident find access to experimental treatment for late-stage cancer patients

Question 2

• A) Encourage her to talk about her pain
• B) Administer more pain medication
• C) Notify the nurse (Correct answer)