Apr 26, 2021
Hospice Explained: Dispelling Myths and Understanding End of Life
Care
In Episode 8 of the 'Hospice Explained' podcast, host Marie
Betcher, a nurse with 30+ years of experience, discusses the
purpose and scope of hospice services. She clarifies common
misconceptions and asserts that hospice is not merely about helping
people die, but aiding them to live their remaining life
comfortably. Boettcher shares views from other nurses and
highlights the importance of timely referral to hospice, the
comprehensive services it offers, and the significance of selecting
the right hospice care provider. She further elaborates that
hospice is a service providing quality of life, compassion, and
education for the family, stressing the need for wider
understanding and acceptance of hospice care in society.
00:00 Introduction to Hospice Explained Podcast
00:29 Understanding the Basics of Hospice
01:07 Insights from Nurses on Hospice Care
01:22 Dispelling Myths about Hospice
01:49 The Importance of Early Hospice Referral
02:38 Personal Experiences with Hospice
03:02 Understanding Hospice Services and
Treatments
03:58 The Role of Medications in Hospice
05:10 Choosing the Right Hospice Provider
05:54 The Benefits of Early Hospice Involvement
06:37 Personal Story: A Nurse's Experience with
Hospice
08:32 Addressing Misconceptions about Hospice
09:18 The Role of Medical Providers in Hospice
09:47 The Value of Hospice for Terminal Illness
10:14 Conclusion and Call to Action