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Hospice Explained

Dec 27, 2021

This episode describes the Fast Scale which is used in Azlheimer's and Dementia patients to assist in determining Hospice Eligibility, and the FAST scale which is a percentage scale scored in 5 areas: Ambulation(walking), Activity & Evidence of Disease, Self-Care, Intake(food/fluids), Level of Conscious(alertness).


Dec 6, 2021

This episode discusses the term Call Dr. Kevorkian, Death with Dignity, Physician assisted suicide and Physician aid in Dying. 

This is a discussion and education from Dr. Mulder a Pioneer in Palliative Care and Hospice Medicine. 

https://deathwithdignity.org

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack_Kevorkian