Ganga Prem Hospice eases the pain, soothes the mind and uplifts the spirit.
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Every terminally ill patient has a right to information, good quality of life and a dignified death. |
1) Information
At Ganga Prem Hospice, patients will be offered clear, sensitive explanations of 1. The diagnosis and its implications. 2. The likely effects of treatments on dialy living. 3. The type and extent of family/carer support available. 4. Probable symptoms of the disease, and their relief. 2) Good Quality of Life and a Dignified Death
Patients have a right to lead lives that are as normal, congenial and dignified as possible. The quality of life depends on matching patients' expectations to their actual experience. At Ganga Prem, quality of life will be ensured by 1. General respect for the patient. 2. An appropriate, satisfying diet. 3. Comfort and consolation, especially from those sharing the patient's religious and spiritual beliefs. 4. Consistent and effective response to changes in physical and psychological discomfort. 5. Information about self-help, support and other services. At Ganga Prem, the patient's family and care-givers will be supported by 1. Providing medical information about the illness (with patient consent). 2. Providing comfort and consolation, especially from those sharing the care-givers religious and spiritual beliefs; 3. providing bereavement support.
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