Friday, September 27, 2013: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Liberty Room (Westin Kansas City)
Primary Presenter:
Denise Sanders, APRN, ACHPN
Co-presenters:
Trisha Smith, RN, BSN, MBA, CHPN
,
Chuck Hallin, M.Div
and
Shannon Hess
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe holistic strategies for addressing the symptoms of advanced lung disease
2. Discuss strategies for decreasing hospital readmissions through alignment of patient goals of care with hospice philosophy
3. • Identify ways to bridge the gap between acute care and supportive care of the advanced lung disease patient
Advanced lung disease patients experience disabling shortness of breath, fatigue, and pain, are often socially isolated and experience frequent disruptive hospitalizations. This presentation describes innovative strategies for managing symptoms and quality of life issues for this vulnerable population.
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