What it means
Palliative care can be given at any stage of a serious illness, alongside treatments meant to cure. It treats pain, shortness of breath, nausea and distress and supports the family. Hospice is palliative care for people near the end of life who are no longer seeking cure.
For the nurse
Ask about the client's goals and what matters most to them, treat symptoms promptly, and include the family.
At a glance
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Related terms
analgesic
A drug that relieves pain.
bereavement
The period of grief and mourning after the death of someone close.