What are the different types of hospice care services?
Hospice care, unlike home health care, provides treatment to manage pain and symptoms associated with a terminal illness. In addition, hospice care gives support – emotionally, spiritually, and socially to the patient and the family. The goal of hospice is to provide comfort and care, not “cure” the illness or disease, like home health care. Types of hospice care services provided depend on the patient’s needs and preferences. Services may include: • nursing care In consultation with the physician, a registered nurse will set up a plan of care. Nursing care may involve administering medication, monitoring the condition of patient, controlling pain, and providing other health support. • medical social services Medical social workers provide various services to the patient, including counseling and locating community resources to help the patient and his or her family. Some social workers are also the patient’s case manager when the patient’s medical condition is very complex and require
