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What is the difference between “curative” and “palliative” measures?

April 26, 2017curative difference measures Palliative

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What is the difference between “curative” and “palliative” measures?

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A. Curative measures are those intended to cure; palliative measures are those that offer pain and/or symptom control, without curing the patient of his or her disease. When a patient enters the Hospice program, he or she acknowledges curative measures are no longer appropriate and palliative care is indicated for comfort measures. top…