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Health Topics A-ZText size: A A A May 13, 2008

Test Your Knowledge

Take the simple quiz below to test your knowledge about this topic.
1. A living will
  1. spells out how a person's possessions will be distributed
  2. identifies who will handle an incapacitated patient's financial and legal matters
  3. states the patient's preferences for medical treatment at the end of life
  4. is another term for an organ-donor card
2. All of the following are strategies for dealing with a loved one suffering from dementia except
  1. Speak in a calm, slow voice
  2. Save outings and other activities for the evening
  3. Give the loved one as much control as possible
  4. Limit choices
3. When someone offers to help you with caregiving duties, the most effective response is
  1. "No, thank you."
  2. "Maybe later; I'll get back to you."
  3. "Yes, thank you. Here are some of the tasks I need help with. Tell me what works for you, and I'll put you on the schedule."
  4. "It's about time you asked."
4. What percentage of elder care is provided family members?
  1. 20 percent
  2. 40 percent
  3. 60 percent
  4. 80 percent
5. The best time to talk about end-of-life issues is
  1. as soon as possible
  2. when I feel ready
  3. when I know my loved one will die soon
  4. never - it's too uncomfortable.

This quiz is for educational and/or entertainment purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional health and mental health care or consultation. Individuals who believe they may need or benefit from care should consult a psychologist or other licensed health/mental health professional.

 
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