Palliative care encompasses a wide range of services tailored to the individual needs of the patient:
- Pain Management: Effective control of pain is a primary focus. This may involve medications, nerve blocks, or alternative therapies such as acupuncture. - Symptom Control: Management of symptoms like nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and breathlessness. - Emotional Support: Counseling and psychological support to help patients and families cope with the emotional aspects of the illness. - Spiritual Care: Addressing spiritual concerns and providing access to chaplaincy services if desired. - Social Support: Assistance with social issues such as family dynamics, financial concerns, and community resources.
