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What are the benefits of hospice care?

My mother's doctor is suggesting hospice care for my mother at her end of life. What are the benefits of hospice care?
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Is anesthesiology used in nursing homes?

I have a parent in hospice. I was wondering is anesthesiology used in nursing homes?
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Are you awake during oral surgery?

I am 72 years old and I need to have oral surgery. My doctor said it is not safe for me to undergo anesthesia. Are you awake during oral surgery?
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Can a person have surgery without anesthesia?

My 80 year old father has a minor procedure but I am afraid for him to have anesthesia. Can a person have surgery without anesthesia?
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Do Alzheimer patients know they have it?

I am a 39 year old female. I want to know if Alzheimer patients know they have it?
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Can elderly people take the flu shot?

My mother is 76 and wants the flu shot. Can elderly people take the flu shot?
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Why do some senior citizens avoid seeing the doctor?

My mother is 82 and she doesn't want to see a doctor. She refuses and would rather not go. Why do some senior citizens avoid seeing the doctor?
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Is anesthesia important for hospice care?

I have read that anesthesia can help with end of life care. Is anesthesia important for hospice care?
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Is hospice the right thing to do?

My father is towards the end of his life but doesn't want to leave his hospital room. Is hospice the right thing to do?
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Are senior citizens more likely to develop depression?

My 78 year old father seems to be depressed. He doesn't want to leave the house. Are senior citizens more likely to develop depression?
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How do you talk to your parent about going to hospice?

My mother is in really bad shape and her doctors recommended hospice care. How do I talk to her about this? e?
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How long are patients usually in hospice care?

My father is nearing the point of not being able to go on anymore. But he doesn't want to go to hospice. How long are patients usually in hospice care?
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Is local anesthetic painful?

My elderly mother needs local anesthesia for a procedure. I should note that my mother is in hospice care. Will she be in pain from it?
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How to help an overweight elderly woman?

My 74 year old mother has gained a lot of weight and I know this isn't healthy. Her doctor even mentioned this to me. How do I help her lose the weight since she can't do much...
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Is Alzheimer's disease treatable?

My friend is 71 years old. He was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Is Alzheimer's disease treatable?
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Can a psychiatrist help my father who is suffering from dementia?

My 74 year old father is suffering from dementia and is often confused. Would speaking to a psychiatrist be helpful or more confusing for him?
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Is palliative care available to someone with dementia?

My 84-year-old mother has dementia and I want her to have palliative care. What are my options for helping her?
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Can anesthesia be used to relieve the pain of a hospice patient?

My mother is in hospice and is being cared for. Will anesthesia help relieve her pain? Can anesthesia be used to relieve the pain of a hospice patient?
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Can my aunt with a chronic lung disease receive palliative care?

My aunt has been diagnosed with a chronic lung disease a couple of years ago. Can she be treated with palliative care?
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What should I know about palliative care?

I'm 67 and have a cardiovascular disease. As I am getting older, I'm starting to think about palliative care. What should I know about it before I make a decision about receiving...
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