Skilled nurses play an important role in hospice care. They provide regular assessments, administer medications, manage symptoms, perform wound care, and organise assistance with daily living activities.

Hospice patients may require medical equipment and supplies to enhance their comfort and manage their conditions. This can include items such as hospital beds, oxygen tanks, mobility aids, wound care supplies, and personal hygiene products. The hospice team helps coordinate the delivery and maintenance of these resources.

Common symptoms we help with include:

Pain

The clinical team provides comprehensive pain management services. We'll assess your pain levels and develop a personalized pain management plan tailored to your needs. This plan may include medications, physical therapy, relaxation techniques, or other interventions to help minimize pain and improve your comfort.

Nausea

We'll work closely with you to find the most suitable options to manage your nausea, depending on its cause, and adjust dosages as needed. Additionally, we can offer advice on dietary changes or relaxation techniques that may help ease nausea.

Constipation

Constipation can be relieved through various methods. We'll ensure you have access to appropriate medications, stool softeners, and dietary recommendations to promote regular bowel movements. Our team will closely monitor your situation and make any necessary adjustments to help you find relief. 

Shortness of breath

Hospice effectively manages shortness of breath through various methods depending on the cause of the shortness of breath. Management might include medication, oxygen therapy, breathing techniques, and emotional support to help patients cope with anxiety and fear related to the symptom.

In a multidisciplinary team approach, health experts from different fields work together to help the patient. They may include doctors, nurses, therapists, social workers, pharmacists, and nutritionists, depending on the person's needs. Each team member shares their knowledge to create a care plan that covers all aspects of the patient's health, like physical and emotional well-being. By communicating and working as a team, they provide better care and a positive experience for the patient.