One of the biggest components of Hospice is pain management. As a Hospice company, it is our goal to make our patients as comfortable as possible. By managing pain, we are able to improve the quality of life of our patients.
What are the signs of pain?
Increased respiration rate
Crying
Increased confusion
Becoming withdrawn
Rocking, fidgeting, or pacing
]An increase in systolic blood pressure above their normal level
Moaning, sighing, and asking for help
Tense body language
Restlessness
Grimacing
What is the patients role in pain management?
Tell the hospice team when you are in pain. The more honest you are about your pain level, the better the team can treat it. In addition, inform them if you experience any side effects. Take the pain medication as scheduled.
Did you know that Hospice covers medications?If you need help with pain management but are afraid of the cost, don’t worry. While you are on our hospice services we can treat your pain and cover the cost of the medications.
