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Palliative care

A plain-language reference guide, from A Guide to Homecare by Dr Dorothy Mooka.

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A situation to reason through: A family deciding how to care for a terminally ill grandfather at home, with young grandchildren in the house.

What this topic covers

Palliative care: total care of a person with terminal illness, given at home to improve quality of life; controls pain and other physical, psychological, social and spiritual symptoms. Preparing patient and family for death: patient expresses fear, anger, sadness, acceptance; listen and show understanding; address concerns (custody…

This is a short overview. The full lesson is taught interactively, one question at a time, with Nurse Mooka inside the course.

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Introduction to home caregivingSelf-care and everyday tasksGetting ready for the caregiver roleGetting organised in caregivingKnowledge and skills caregivers needMaking a home caregiving plan

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This guide helps you prepare and learn. It is not medical advice and does not replace a doctor, nurse, or emergency care. If someone is unwell or you are unsure, contact a health professional.