In episode 142 of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher, RN, discusses crucial aspects of end-of-life care with renowned hospice educator Barbara Karnes RN.
The conversation covers Barbara's background, her influential booklet 'Gone From My Sight,' and the importance of end-of-life education. They address common misconceptions about the dying process perpetuated by media, emphasizing the need for accurate knowledge to transform a potentially frightening experience into a sacred memory. Barbara also delves into practical topics such as the appropriate use of food and fluids at the end of life, the natural stages of dying, terminal agitation, and the critical role of comfort in hospice care. This episode provides valuable insights for caregivers, healthcare professionals, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the end-of-life journey.
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Vicki Geist
There is no one more experienced, more loving and someone whose voice ( audiobooks) is more soothing. I have been in awe of her for more than 24 years when Hospice gave me the Blue Book.
There is no one more experienced, more loving and someone whose voice ( audiobooks) is more soothing. I have been in awe of her for more than 24 years when Hospice gave me the Blue Book.