module 9 Flashcards
1
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whats the difference between pallative care and end of life care?
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- end of life care refers to 12 months prior to death
- pallative assiting with the effects of life threatening illnesses
2
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key principles of pallative care
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- family and significant others
- promotes holistic care
- used early in the course of an illness
- disease modifying treatments
- can be provided in any setting
3
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what is the palliative approach (primary model of care)
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- when the cure is not an option
- focus on management of symptoms with promoting quality of life
- the level of palliative care is low to moderate
- goal - provide, comfort, holistic and person centered care
4
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what is specialized palliative care provision (tertiary)
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- required to manage complex symptoms or groups of symptoms
- the level of palliative care required is moderate to high
- referral to mulitdisciplinary palliative care team
- goal - assessment and management of complex symptom
5
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what is end of life care (terminal care)
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- care during the final stages of life
- involves the final days or weeks of life
- goal - focus on physical, emotional and spiritual comfort and support for the family.
6
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what are the possible symptoms managed by palliative care team?
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- pain
- incontinence
- nausea
- bowel problems
- fatigue
- disturbed sleep
- diminished appetitie
- dyspnoea
7
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what are non pharmacological meidicines to assist with symptom management in palliative care?
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- aromatherapy - relief of nausea
- massage - relaxation and stress relief
- mindfulness meditation - improves sleep, mood and stress
- music therapy - improves pain and mood
- chinese medicines
8
Q
what are some medications used to assist with symptom management in palliative care?
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- analgesics - pain - morphine
- antimetics - pain and nausea
- laxatives/ aperients - constipation
- steroids - reduce pain/ inflammation
- antidepressants
- neroleptics - delirium
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