Gerontological Nursing
Chapter 20
What elements go into the idea of “quality of life” for the elderly? So many times we discuss the quality of life when someone elderly becomes very ill. The topic of quality is usually brought up for discussion as the ethical standard.
Instructions:
- Read Chapter 20 carefully.
- Describe what “quality of life” aspects are relevant when a very elderly person is near death and you are the caregiver.
Answer preview
Finally, the aspect of veracity, which includes confidentiality, truthfulness, and fidelity, is essential when caring for a patient about to die. The nurse-patient relationship is a close one, especially when the patient is about to die as they are highly dependent on the nurse. Patients tend to share many memories and experiences with their caregivers (Mauk, 2010). As such, I will need to observe these three qualities in maintaining a healthy relationship with patients at the end of their life. A positive relationship characterized by three qualities is a way of offering emotional comfort to the patient. In conclusion, observation of ‘quality of life’ aspects by nurses
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Gerontological Nursing
