Care of the Older Adult WGU - C475, Questions and answers, 100% Accurate 2024
active eunthanasia - -person directly and deliberately causes the patient's death. (given an overdose of painkillers) passive euthanasia - -person does not directly cause patient's death, they just allow them to die. (withhold meds or feedings, taken off of 02) senile kyphosis - -occurs with advancing age. Development of this can be postural, often corrected with exercise and strengthening program. What happens with atrophy of sweat glands? - -Very susceptible to heat and cold. Decrease wound healing process. Respite Care - -care for caregiver to allow them time off from caring for their family member. Quality of life - -Independence and autonomy
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