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Friday Reflection 31: 30 Years and Counting

Sensible Medicine

Sometimes we are initiating hospice; other times the patient is moving to be with family who will take responsibility for end-of-life care. MT’s multiple medical problems and poor functional status made him a poor candidate for any therapy. Occasionally, these visits are more difficult and frustrating than sad.

Hospice 91
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Friday Reflection 30: Thirty Years and Counting

Sensible Medicine

Sometimes we are initiating hospice; other times the patient is moving to be with family who will take responsibility for end-of-life care. MT’s multiple medical problems and poor functional status made him a poor candidate for any therapy. Occasionally, these visits are more difficult and frustrating than sad.

Hospice 52