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End-of-Life Care: Your Patient Has Died, Now What?

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She bathed her, dressed her, and combed her hair. My charge nurse was also amazing. While nearly 80% of people say they want to die at home , only 20% do. Believe it or not, many people still end up dying in acute care settings or nursing homes. It happens folks, especially in the nursing home setting.

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How Hospice Supports Families

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However, by 2017, home surpassed hospitals, nursing homes, and every other place as the most common place of death. On the other hand, the trend of more Americans dying at home also presents challenges for families that we may have not seen for a century. 24/7 On-call Hospice Nurse. Bereavement Services.

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Hospice for Dementia

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Unfortunately, it will also interfere with the ability to perform activities of daily living such as eating, toileting, and bathing. Speech may or may not be present. The hospice team may consist of an attending physician, an RN case manager, a home health aide, a chaplain, and a social worker. What Causes Dementia?

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