Good quality of life is to be coherent, while having adequate function of extremities. If a terminal debilitating disease or sudden injury severely impaired my physical function and left me incoherent, then I would not want life sustaining measures implemented for me. A life under these circumstances to me, however, is considered just to exist in life and not living life. Optimal function is important because it will determine the quality of life one will have when faced with a terminal disease (Cole et al., 2013). It is also plays a role in supportive care needed as the disease progresses. Many emotions surface when bad news is given to anyone. Therefore, coping mechanisms must be established, such as seeking support from a counselor, family, partner, chaplain or friends. I will us open-ended questions and reflective feedback when talking to patients, which will facilitate meeting their goals. I will not provide false reassurance, but be factual and honest. Also, I will assess spiritual needs because this provides a sense of
Good quality of life is to be coherent, while having adequate function of extremities. If a terminal debilitating disease or sudden injury severely impaired my physical function and left me incoherent, then I would not want life sustaining measures implemented for me. A life under these circumstances to me, however, is considered just to exist in life and not living life. Optimal function is important because it will determine the quality of life one will have when faced with a terminal disease (Cole et al., 2013). It is also plays a role in supportive care needed as the disease progresses. Many emotions surface when bad news is given to anyone. Therefore, coping mechanisms must be established, such as seeking support from a counselor, family, partner, chaplain or friends. I will us open-ended questions and reflective feedback when talking to patients, which will facilitate meeting their goals. I will not provide false reassurance, but be factual and honest. Also, I will assess spiritual needs because this provides a sense of