When they stop drinking—examining end-of-life hydration practices and death rattle occurrence
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DOI: 10.1007/s00520-020-05470-5
Abstract: Purpose To characterize the practice of subcutaneous hydration provision in the Beer-Sheva home care hospice unit. We also explore the potential connection between the provision of subcutaneous hydration and the incidence of death rattle. Methods… read more here.
Keywords: death rattle; death; provision; subcutaneous hydration ... See more keywords
Is it possible for caregivers to administer subcutaneous hydration to patients with advanced cancer at home? Feasibility and perceptions.
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DOI: 10.1200/jco.2017.35.31_suppl.82
Abstract: 82Background: Loss of oral route is common in patients with advanced cancer, particularly during end-of-life (EOL). EOL hydration may prevent the onset of symptoms associated with dehydration, mainly delirium, or decrease the severity of symptoms… read more here.
Keywords: patients advanced; home; advanced cancer; subcutaneous hydration ... See more keywords