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Whats essential to good end-of-life care?

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Openess: Discussion with family and also with hospice services that are available.

Answered 6/9/2012

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A short list: A study of what patients want included the following: -excellent pain and symptom control -not prolonging life inappropriately -achieving a sense of control -strengthening important relationship -reducing bürden on family (including non-biological family!) i would add--a place to be, either at home or in a facility that gives the patient a sense of security and peace.

Answered 10/3/2016

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