Presentations for Health Care Professionals
This informative session discusses the specifics of living wills, durable power of attorney for health care, and how to speak with patients and their families about advance directives.
An overview of the physical changes of normal aging, common illnesses of the elderly, psychological changes of normal aging, as well as dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
An examination of the stages, causes and diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease, as well as ways to manage behaviors, create a safe environment, and effective personal care techniques for patients with Alzheimer's Disease. Understanding and assisting families/caregivers of Alzheimer's Disease patients, and the ethical conflicts of care will also be discussed.
A discussion on the signs and symptoms of patients in the active dying process and the ways to meet their physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs so all can have a good dying experience.
An examination of the different ways people approach death, common fears associated with the dying process, recognizing signs and symptoms of an approaching death, and hospice’s role in the dying process.
An overview of the latest national and local domestic violence statistics, as well as the characteristics of both the abuser and the abused.
An informative examination of the ethical issues, principles, dilemmas and concept of patient advocacy as it applies to hospice care.
The assessment criteria for Failure to Thrive Syndrome, as well as the emotional issues and unique problems patients and families face when loved ones experience nutritional deficits. Also included are helpful hints for how to discuss advance directives with the patient and family.
What is the difference between anticipatory grief, bereavement, grief and mourning? What are the typical signs of "normal" vs. "complicated" grief. Dr. Kubler Ross' stages of grief will be discussed, as well as community resources that can help both the patient and family cope with their grief.
A review of current statistics for HIV/AIDS, as well as a discussion of patho physiology, transmission and treatment.
When is hospice care appropriate? How does hospice benefit both the patient and the family? Everything a health care professional should know about hospice care, including the philosophy, eligibility for services, methods of payment and more.
Everything you've always wanted to know about blood borne pathogens, health and safety and infection control, but don't be afraid to ask even more questions during this informative session.
This discussion will help participants identify and assess the different types of pain, as well as understand the pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions for each type of pain.
An overview of the difference between palliative care and curative care, and specific eligibility criteria and the referral process for hospice care. The discussion will also include the services offered by Gulfside Regional Hospice, as well as an overview of the members of our interdisciplinary team.
A close look at the causes of pressure ulcers and how to avoid and treat them.
