Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
Practice
A client with cancer is receiving palliative care. Which statement by the client indicates an understanding of palliative care?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A. Palliative care focuses on managing symptoms and improving the quality of life for clients with serious illnesses like cancer. Choice B is incorrect as palliative care can be provided alongside curative treatments. Choice C is incorrect because palliative care does not aim to prolong life at all costs; it focuses on improving the quality of life. Choice D is partially correct but does not fully capture the essence of palliative care, which includes symptom management and holistic support for the client and their family.