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What's the point of palliative sedation?

My aunt, who was in hospice before she died, was sedated--I'm just wondering about the reason for sedating someone in hospice care? Is it just for pain, so they wouldn't suffer...
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What are the qualifications for hospice care?

My aunt's health is not improving at all, and my cousin is talking about the possibility of her going into hospice. But the rest of our family wants the doctors to keep trying....
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Are there risks with anesthesia due to age?

My grandmother needs to have surgery on her hip, and I'm just worried that the anesthesia will cause her to have complications after the surgery. She's over 80 years old, and...
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Are people sedated in end-of-life care?

When people are in hospice or palliative care are they typically sedated? Would they feel anything pain-wise?
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Why are some elderly patients treated with antipsychotics?

I've heard of nursing homes treating some patients with anti-psychotic drugs. Why are these prescribed to patients?
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How can I manage my father's temper with Alzheimer's?

My father was diagnosed with Alzheimer's a month ago, and now he gets very agitated and angry easily. How can we manage his condition without making him feel bad?
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How can I prevent my mom from getting bed sores?

My mom was in nursing home because we couldn't take care of her properly, at that time. Now, she's home because my brother realized that she was getting bed sores while at the...
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Can you suggest some home care palliative tips for patient suffering from lung cancer?

My father is suffering from lung cancer, but now his treatment has ended and we're caring for him at home. Can you suggest some home care palliative tips on how we can make him...
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My mother has been hallucinating. Is it due to her medication?

My mother has been hallucinating a lot lately. Could it be due to her medicine dosage? Her nursing home has her on antipsychotics.
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What is ideal to put in a bath for a bed ridden patient?

My mother is bed ridden and we are taking care of her at home. What antiseptic is ideal to put in her bath water to ensure she is infection free?
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What are some basic guidelines I should keep in mind during end of life care?

My grandmother is critically ill. A couple of day ago, she has given up eating or taking her medications. However, she still seems aware. What are some basic guidelines I should...
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When is it the right time to move a loved one to hospice care?

My mother in law has cancer and is progressively getting worse. We want her to be comfortable. When should we be moving her to hospice care?
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Is it safe to use room freshener in a room with a patient?

My mother is bed ridden and has various health problems. Is it safe to use a room freshener in her room?
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My grandfather has cancer that has spread across his body. Should we put him in hospice?

My grandfather has cancer that has spread across his body. When should we put him in hospice care?
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Why does my mother get lice in her hair even when she's in a hospital?

My mother is a COPD patient and often gets admitted in the hospital. I've noticed that every time that she is in the hospital, she gets lice in her hair. What could be wrong?...
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How can I help to manage my brother's Parkinson's disease?

As his brother who lives at home with him, what can I do to help my brother (he is 29 years old) manage his Parkinson's disease?
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What can I do to make life comfortable for my mom who is battling cancer?

My mother is 76 years old and is suffering from last stage blood cancer. What should I do to make her as comfortable as possible?
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What is the best way to prevent cough and cold in the hospital?

I have been caring for my mom for the last 2 months in the hospital and I keep getting a cough and colds. I suspect it's from being in that environment. What is the best way...
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When would hospice care be used for my grandma?

My grandma is living with lung cancer (stage 3) and unfortunately is continuing to smoke cigarettes. Her doctors are giving her another 2 years at most to live. When will hospice...
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What does end-of-life care involve?

My mother is suffering from a fatal disease and the doctor has recommended us to seek help from end-of-life care specialists. What does this typically involve?
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