Drowsiness
When a patient's health care team determines that the cancer can no longer be controlled, medical testing and cancer treatment often stop. But the patient's care continues. The care focuses on making the patient comfortable. The patient receives ... [... more]
National Cancer Institute |
What else can I do for my loved one who's dying?
Terminal illness - A Mayo Clinic chaplain answers questions about supporting a dying loved one. Mary E. Johnson has been a chaplain at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn., for 28 years. Her areas of special interest include ministry to women with ... [... more]
Mayo Clinic |
Coping with Advanced Cancer - National Cancer Institute
Having advanced cancer can bring anxiety and uncertainty to your life. But some people with advanced cancer live far longer than expected. And remember, you are still in control of your choices and actions. Having an advanced disease can be a ... [... more]
National Cancer Institute |
Hidratación y nutrición artificial
Si un paciente no es capaz de tragar (pasar la comida) por causa de un problema médico, a él o a ella le pueden dar líquidos y nutrientes en otras formas que no son por la boca. Esto se conoce como hidratación y nutrició [... more]
Family Doctor |
Improving Communication in the ICU about End-of-Life ...
An intervention to improve communication between clinicians in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and family members of a dying patient significantly reduces feelings of stress, anxiety, and depression in the family members, according to a study that ... [... more]
National Institutes of Health |
CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
Big issues-and big decisions-confront us when we think about the imminent death of a terminallyill loved one in our care. Among the emotional, legal and financial considerations are also questions regarding the type of medical assistance your ... [... more]
Family Caregiver Alliance |
"Terminal Care"
Open Studies / "Terminal Care" Intervention to Improve Care at Life's End Death; Pain; Dyspnea Behavioral: Comfort care education intervention [... more]
Clinical Trials |
National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Home Page
Official website of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). NIH is one of the world's foremost medical research centers. An agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the NIH is the Federal focal point for health research. The ... [... more]
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The American Geriatrics Society - Education - End of ...
Dying is the final portion of the life cycle for all of us. Providing humane care to persons near the end of life is an essential part of medicine. The American Geriatrics Society recognizes that people near the end of life deserve to be treated ... [... more]
americangeriatrics.org |
It's hurricane and tropical storm season. Learn more:
MedlinePlus Health Information from the National Library of Medicine Start here with 750 topics on conditions, diseases and wellness About your prescription and over-the-counter medicines, herbs and supplements A service for finding local ... [... more]
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It's hurricane and tropical storm season. Learn more:
MedlinePlus Health Information from the National Library of Medicine Start here with 750 topics on conditions, diseases and wellness About your prescription and over-the-counter medicines, herbs and supplements A service for finding local ... [... more]
medlineplus.gov |
United States Department of Health and Human Services
Based on FDA and CDC's ongoing investigation of the Salmonella outbreak, consumers are advised: Do not eat peanut-containing products on the FDA recall list. If you are concerned about a product, call the phone number on the product packaging or ... [... more]
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