Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Care

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the care of a dying older person in the United States today in contrast to that in 1900?

A) Today, the care of a dying older person has shifted to the family members, whereas in 1900, hospice was the most common choice.
B) Today, older people choose to die at home surrounded by friends and family, whereas in 1900, most people chose to die in nursing homes.
C) Unlike in 1900, the exposure to death and its painful surroundings have decreased today.
D) Unlike in 1900, most of the dying people are cared for by distant relatives today.