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Hospice Care Considerations for People With Dementia

Relias

With the rise in life expectancy and increased risk of dementia in older adults, the demand for nurses who are trained to care for people with dementia is also growing. Near patients’ final days, they and their families can greatly benefit from hospice professionals who understand how to provide specialized care for dementia.

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Why Care Coordination Is Important for Home Health and Hospice Agencies

Relias

Improved care quality and patient safety, reduced readmissions and ER visits, and lower healthcare costs are just some of the positive outcomes of effective care coordination. Though the benefits are clear, many home health and hospice agencies struggle to optimize coordination. Increased scrutiny in hospices.

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The Intersection of Minority Identity and Palliative Care Nursing 

Minority Nurse

Alongside the general need for hospice nurses and palliative care nurses, these opportunities may include: Palliative nurse practitioners (NPs): Given the disparities in minority palliative care, there must be greater diversity in care leadership roles. Nurses can also treat patients in their own homes.

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Oncology Nurses Offer Care and Compassion

Minority Nurse

No matter when a patient hears they have cancer, the words are startling and set in motion treatment and care plans, family discussions, and life adjustments, while also triggering some powerful emotional responses. Oncology nurses work with patients who have dealt with a cancer diagnosis–whether years ago or more recent.

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Navigating Ethical End-of-Life Care in a Long-Term Care Setting

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We will delve in to the complex and sensitive decisions faced by healthcare professionals as they strive to provide compassionate and dignified care to their residents. Preserving Dignity: Offering residents options for personalized care plans, respecting their wishes for pain management, comfort measures, and spiritual support.