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EXAMPLES OF SCHEDULED AND AS-NEEDED PRESCRIPTION COMBINATIONS Pain Any long-acting pain medication (morphine SR, oxycodone SR, fentanyl...

INTRODUCTION TO MEDICATION DOSING SCHEDULED Managing medication schedules for yourself or a loved one is an important task and can often...

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INTRODUCTION Concerns about weight loss are commonly expressed by patients and their families/caregivers. Although decreased oral intake...

INTRODUCTION There are many guidelines for starting and managing medications, but significantly fewer resources exist that address when...

Feelings of depression in the Hospice Setting are an expected consequence accompanying the uncertainties of severe illness and a...

COMMON OCCURRENCES SEEN WHEN PREPARING FOR THE END PART 2 Restlessness The patient may become restless and pull at the bed linens. These...

Many patients and families want to be able to prepare as best they can for the end of life. While no two end-of-life experiences are the...

INTRODUCTION Pain is a common symptom experienced by patients in hospice care and is not limited to those with cancer. While pain in the...

Having open and honest conversations about the last days or weeks of life can be difficult, but it can also be incredibly important for...

What are terminal secretions? Sounds made near the time of death as a result of fluid collecting in the throat and/or chest. Not all...

End-of-life care for people with dementia is a complex and challenging issue. There are no easy answers, and the best approach will vary...

The most frequently asked question about hospice is: Is it true that hospice care is only for the very end of life with days or hours...

Anticipatory grief is the emotional pain experienced when someone knows that a loved one is going to die. It can occur weeks, months, or...

Whether or not you need a do-not-resuscitate order (DNR) on hospice depends on your individual circumstances and preferences. Hospice...

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Talking about hospice with a family member can be a difficult conversation, but it is important to have it. Here are some tips on how to...

The surge of energy often seen at the end of life is a phenomenon known as terminal lucidity. It is a sudden and unexplained improvement...