Palliative Medicine

Palliative Medicine

What is Palliative Medicine?

In a Palliative Medicine department, various procedures and practices are implemented to provide relief from the symptoms and stress of serious illnesses. The focus is on improving quality of life for patients and their families.

Here are some common procedures

Comprehensive Evaluations - Conducting thorough assessments to understand the patient's physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Symptom Assessment - Identifying and evaluating symptoms such as pain, nausea, fatigue, and anxiety to tailor treatment plans.

Pain Management - Developing individualised pain management plans that may include medications (opioids, non-opioids) and non-pharmacological approaches.
Medication Management - Adjusting medications to manage symptoms effectively, including side effects from treatments.
Palliative Radiation Therapy - Using radiation to relieve pain and other symptoms caused by tumours.

Nerve Blocks - Performing local anaesthetic injections to relieve pain from specific areas.
Drainage Procedures - Inserting drains or catheters to relieve symptoms caused by fluid accumulation (e.g., ascites or pleural effusion).
Intravenous (IV) Therapy - Administering fluids or medications to manage symptoms or hydration.

Psychosocial Support - Providing counselling and support for emotional and psychological challenges, including anxiety and depression.
Spiritual Care - Addressing spiritual needs and providing support through chaplaincy services or spiritual counselling.

Multidisciplinary Team Meetings - Collaborating with a team of healthcare professionals (doctors, nurses, social workers, chaplains) to create and adjust care plans.
Family Meetings - Conducting meetings with families to discuss treatment goals, advance care planning, and support options.

Goals of Care Discussions - Engaging patients and families in discussions about treatment preferences and goals for care.
Advance Directives - Assisting patients in completing advance directives and living wills to express their wishes for future medical care.

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