Purpose | Principles | How to Care for a Patient in Pain | Nutrition
Nausea and Vomiting | Constipation | Anxiety and Depression | Dyspnea
Fatigue | End-of-Life Decision-Making | Community Resources
How to Refer Patients | Communication | Links and References

Values

• Provide continuum of palliative care throughout chronic illness
• Provide holistic approach to care through physical, psychological, social and spiritual phases
• Set goals for every patient; cure, disease control or palliation
• Assess the cause of a symptom while treating the symptom
• Assess and reassess the symptom and the effectiveness of therapy; make dose adjustments on a stepwise basis
• Use adjuncts to maximize symptom control
• Anticipate potential side effects of medications and palliative therapies
• Treat associated depression and anxiety
• Consider home care services early for appropriate referrals

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