You are evaluating a patient complaining of having a productive cough. The patient states the sputum is green to brown. You suspect:

Which of the following would be typical for a patient in hospice care?

A) As death nears, the patient is weaned from pain medications. B) The patient and family have regular visits from a social worker. C) The patient is transported to the hospital for weekly evaluation. D) Pain medications are used to keep the patient sedated.

Give two examples of behaviors that demonstrate how health care workers can apply the following eight health care principles on the job (a total of sixteen examples)

a. Preserve life. b. Do good. c. Respect autonomy. d. Uphold justice. e. Be honest. f. Be discreet. g. Keep promises. h. Do no harm.