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The end of life does not have to be experienced solely as a time
of pain, fear loneliness, and anxiety. Hospice promotes the broad
principle of palliative care and focuses on quality of life, thereby
turning the end of life into an important time of living. Being
in the home with family members fives patients comfort and security,
and relieves feelings of isolation. By allowing patients to live
life fully and make their won
decisions, hospice provides the dignity and respect.
Hospice can also prevent unnecessary
hospitalizations. Experienced professionals can predict many of
the physical and psychological effects of disease and work add proactively
to prevent of lessen them. In addition, there is always a hospice
nurse available anytime of day or night to help with a problem.
Hospice professionals are working hard
to raise awareness about hospice so patients can start receiving
care as soon as possible and fully benefit from the services. The
earlier hospice is involved the more the patients and their families
will benefit.
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