How should clinicians describe hospice to patients and families?

Article Abstract:

The hospice enrollment from the perspective of bereaved family members is described and information about hospice that would encourage patients and families to enroll sooner is identified. Clinicians may be able to facilitate more-informed and more-timely decisions about hospice enrollment by providing more information about hospice earlier in the illness course.

Analysis, Bereavement

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The development of a rapid screen for Caregiver Burden

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A shortened screen for burden associated with caring for a patient with Alzheimer's disease (AD) is developed. With the help of Screen for Caregiver Burden (SCB), a clinician can rapidly assess the burden associated with caregiving for a person with AD.

Psychological aspects, Care and treatment, Caregivers, Alzheimer's disease

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Does hospice have a role in nursing home care at the end of life?

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Research indicates that hospice care is useful in identifying palliative care needs in nursing home populations. Implications for targeting educational efforts that will encourage early referrals is also discussed.

Statistical Data Included, Management, Palliative treatment, Palliative care, Nursing homes, Nursing home management

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