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How do you get admitted to hospice without a specific diagnosis?
Question: My aunt is really getting so very frail and weak. She's losing weight and can't walk very well. She doesn't have a real illness...
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Jan 24, 20251 min read


Who are Brenda and Nancy
Question: We see you on social media teaching about hospice care. But who are you? Tell me about yourselves. The Hospice Care Plan...
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Jan 23, 20251 min read


Hospice Volunteers
Question: My mom just died on hospice and they were wonderful in helping her be comfortable. How can I give back? The Hospice Care Plan...
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Jan 22, 20251 min read


Question: How to become a private caregiver?
The Hospice Care Plan Response Get yourself certified by taking a CNA (certified nursing assistant) or a Doula class. Or apply to any...
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Jan 21, 20251 min read


How important is the Oxygen level?
Question: My dad is dying and he has lung disease so I'm always curious abouthow he is breathing and what the oxygen level is. Does it...
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Jan 20, 20251 min read


Why does a patient twitch during the dying process?
Question: My dad kept twitching and moving in the last couple days and it made me uncomfortable. The Hospice Care Plan Response: Think...
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Jan 19, 20251 min read


Caring for a Heavy Patient
Question: Our patients seem to be getting heavier and when I'm by myself it's hard to provide their care. Do you have any tips in caring...
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Jan 18, 20251 min read


Is a Hospice Patient Allowed to Drive?
Question: Can a patient on hospice be allowed to leave their home and drive or go to other activities? The Hospice Care Plan Response: ...
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Jan 17, 20251 min read


What's a draw sheet?
YouTube Comment: No slide sheets in USA?? There are many things to use for a turn or draw sheet under a patient. most families at least...
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Jan 15, 20251 min read


Will my dad live to his next birthday?
Question: My dad has a birthday coming up but he's on hospice. Is it OK to set a goal of celebrating his birthday - even though it's 6...
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Jan 10, 20251 min read


How to handle a patient who is resistant to your care:
Question: The patient in your brief - change video moved all by himself. That is not how it usualy works - They can't move. What to do...
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Jan 10, 20251 min read


Morphine Killed my Dad!
YouTube Comment: My dad was admitted to hospice and they gave him morphine and he died the next day. The Hospice Care Plan Response:...
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Jan 9, 20251 min read


Wipe front to back please!
But, please, wipe front to back to avoid a UTI! Yes! You are soooo right and thanks for catching it - in the heat of trying to remember...
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Jan 8, 20252 min read


Caregivers Need Care Too!
Caregivers Deserve Care - A Comment from our Youtube Site: I was a nurse for years lol now I’m the patient. These are very helpful to any...
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Jan 6, 20251 min read
Dementia - it's a mystery
Question: How do I know if my dad is ready for hospice care - he has had alzheimers for about a year. The Hospice Care Plan Response:...
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Jan 5, 20251 min read


What Care Does He Need?
A Comment from an Observer after watching this hospice story: He needs a ohv v8 conversion. Then he would need new suspension and better...
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Jan 4, 20251 min read


Brief Changing Tips!
Pro tip: In the case of big soilage, shaving cream really helps to break up any bowl movements, ESPECIALLY if they've got that sticky...
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Jan 3, 20251 min read


Is the Brief Too Tight???
Should a woman’s disposable undies be tucked in the leg creases too? I thought it was bad to have it tight against the skin? Always - you...
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Jan 2, 20251 min read


MAID
Using MAID stirs up controversy
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Jan 1, 20251 min read


Hospice Care: Compassion, Comfort, and Dignity at Life’s End
Hospice care provides compassionate support for individuals with terminal illnesses, focusing on comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
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Dec 13, 20241 min read
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