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Longleaf Medical Director: Hospice Care Needs a ‘Revolution’ 

Hospice News

A revolution is needed in hospice care, complete with a new mindset, updated care models and redesigned payment systems, Dr Monisha Pujari, medical director for Longleaf Hospice, told Hospice News. Hospice News spoke with Pujari about her vision for hospice care and what it would take to make it a reality.

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Caring for Someone with ALS

Traditions Health

In this article, we review the definition of ALS, common ALS symptoms, and how you can better help and support your loved one by seeking the assistance of hospice care services. Eventually, all the muscles that a person can control are affected, forcing the person to use a ventilator and/or feeding tube. What is ALS?

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Hospice Eligibility Checklist For Emergency Department Staff

Hearts for Hospice & Home Health

Jean, FNP Due to its busy nature, providers in the Emergency Room (ER) may not immediately identify patients for hospice care. Approaching patients or family members about hospice can also be challenging-especially if they have specific questions. Patients with liver disease are often overlooked for hospice care.

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Hospice Nurses Take a Holistic Approach to Dementia Care

Nurse.com

“If primary care professionals don’t consider dementia to be a terminal disease, they can lose the opportunity to explore the person’s end-of-life wishes as their cognitive abilities decline,” said Relias Lead Content Writer Susan Heinzerling , BSN, RN, CHPN, who developed the course Managing Advanced Dementia in Hospice.

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HSPN ELEVATE: Hospice Clinical Innovation Trends

Hospice News

This discussion took place on September 7, 2023 during the Hospice News ELEVATE Conference. Hospice News: I wanted to start by asking where the greatest opportunities for clinical innovation is in hospice care? Fried: I come from a 30-year background in hospice care in the nation, primarily in Florida.

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Can I Include End of Life Care Wishes in My Will?

Seasons Hospice

However, drafting a will is an important step in ensuring that your wishes are carried out and your loved ones are taken care of after you’re gone. If You or Your Loved One Is In Hospice Care, Be Proactive. If you are receiving hospice care, your hospice team can help you create a living will if you desire.

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How Long Can You Be in Palliative Care?

Seasons Hospice

In some cases, the advance directive will indicate that palliative care should be used without limitation until death occurs. This type of request is often made by those wishing to avoid life-prolonging treatments such as ventilation or artificial nutrition when there is no hope for recovery.