A Military Hospice Model

Abstract

A hospice is a program concentrating on the care of the terminally ill and their families. It can be exclusively inpatient, exclusively outpatient, or some combination of both inpatient and outpatient. It involves an interdisciplinary approach by professional, staff, and volunteers interested in alleviating pain and assisting the patient and family cope with impending death. This study examines the feasibility of program for hospice at Fitzsimons Army Medical Center. It recommends that a pilot program for hospice care be created - citing a demonstrated need, the interest of the medical staff, the availability of assets, and the substantial asset savings that could be realized as important factors bearing on the decision.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 06, 1983
Accession Number
ADA203011

Entities

People

  • Joel T. Hiatt

Organizations

  • Academy of Health Sciences

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Analgesia
  • Employment
  • Health Services
  • Hospitals
  • Medical Personnel
  • Military Medicine
  • Patient Care
  • Therapy
  • Urban Areas

Fields of Study

  • Medicine

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