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Explaining Hospice Care to Your Patients

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As you begin the delicate conversation about choosing hospice care, make sure you cover the following talking points. Define hospice care for patients or caregivers. The first question you get from your patient and their family may be “What is hospice?”

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Common Questions About Hospice Care

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Hospice care involves palliative care, such as symptom and pain relief, as opposed to curative measures. This type of care enables a patient to live their last days with dignity, support, grace, and with as much purpose as possible. Hospice care can be provided wherever a person resides. Who Is Eligible to Receive Hospice Care?