Documentation of all ________ should be placed in the compliance manual.

Palliative care provides an opportunity for clients to die with dignity. Which of the following options ensures that clients get to choose how they receive massage therapy at the end of life?

a. Seek permission to massage and negotiate a stop signal. b. Anticipate the need for crisis management if the client becomes suddenly ill. c. Share concerns about the client's condition with the healthcare team. d. Verify with caregivers whether the client can respond.

Your patient broke some ribs a few days ago and is unable to take a deep breath. He is having headaches, is nauseated and feels weak. You note that his skin is red and flushed leading you to suspect he has become acidotic. How does the body try to reestablish homeostasis?

A) The kidneys retain increased amounts of bicarbonate. B) The bladder retains more lactic acid. C) There is a decrease in the respiratory rate. D) The kidneys allow more bicarbonate to be removed.