Asked by
Steven Isaac
on Nov 06, 2024Verified
Individuals who require long-term care are generally unable to perform which of the following activities of daily living?
A) Driving a car to work
B) Shopping for Christmas gifts
C) Going on a family vacation
D) Transferring (getting in and out of a bed or chair)
Long-term Care
Long-term care involves a variety of services designed to meet a person's health or personal care needs during a short or long period of time, typically for individuals who are unable to perform everyday activities independently.
Daily Living
Activities and tasks that a person engages in on a day-to-day basis, including personal care, household tasks, work, and leisure activities.
Transferring
The act of moving a person or thing from one location to another, which can be applied in various contexts, such as patient transport in healthcare.
- Appreciate the ethical, legal, and social considerations surrounding end-of-life care, including advanced directives and living wills.
Verified Answer
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Learning Objectives
- Appreciate the ethical, legal, and social considerations surrounding end-of-life care, including advanced directives and living wills.