iContinued Respiratory Therapy – Call us: 866-382-0799

Exam Preview

End of Life Issues for the Patient with End-Stage COPD

View Course Details Please note: exam questions are subject to change.


1.  What is the primary role of a hospital ethics committee?
  1. Make final decisions on ethical matters
  2. Conduct exploratory data analysis
  3. Serve as advisors and educators
  4. Enforce medical staff by-laws
2.  What is a commonality among all U.S. states regarding the appointment of a surrogate for medical decision-making?
  1. Only court-appointed surrogates are permitted
  2. Patient-identified agents are universally permitted
  3. Only family members can be surrogates
  4. Clinicians have exclusive authority to appoint surrogates
3.  When discussing code status with a patient and their family, why is it important to introduce yourself and get to know them?
  1. To establish dominance in the conversation
  2. To build a rapport and connection
  3. To assess their medical knowledge
  4. To expedite the discussion process
4.  What is a potential outcome associated with earlier conversations about a patient's goals and priorities in serious illness?
  1. Increased hospitalizations
  2. Lower patient satisfaction
  3. Improved quality of life
  4. Limited patient and family coping
5.  What is a practical tip for respiratory therapists engaging COPD patients about end-of-life issues?
  1. Avoid educating patients about their condition
  2. Share resources on advance care planning
  3. Minimize time spent with patients
  4. Focus solely on the latest COPD research