Mary is a 58-year-old hospice resident with end-stage cancer. She has been very positive about her cancer for the past several months; however, within the last two weeks, she has had a lot of weight loss despite eating all her meals. Mary has become withdrawn and refuses to interact with staff or residents. Mary’s daughter tells you that her mom just needs to eat more and that she will get better if she gains weight. What quality of life measures can you assist Mary within her remaining time? Consider the specific type of care she would receive. Describe the difference between hospice care and palliative care. Define the terms as wel

Mary is a 58-year-old hospice resident with end-stage cancer. She has been very positive about her cancer for the past several months; however, within the last two weeks, she has had a lot of weight loss despite eating all her meals. Mary has become withdrawn and refuses to interact with staff or residents. Mary’s daughter tells you that her mom just needs to eat more and that she will get better if she gains weight. What quality of life measures can you assist Mary within her remaining time? Consider the specific type of care she would receive. Describe the difference between hospice care and palliative care. Define the terms as wel

Ebk:Nutrition & Diet Therapy

10th Edition

ISBN:9780357391747

Author:DEBRUYNE

Publisher:DEBRUYNE

Chapter13: Nutrition Through The Life Span: Later Adulthood

Section: Chapter Questions

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