Advocare Hospice

Experienced and Dependable Care We can assure you that all our employees have the necessary experience and skills to provide your loved ones with the best quality care possible. Get in touch with us today to schedule an appointment with our care team and we’ll design a plan that will specifically address your loved one’s conditions. Call 714-265-7348 now. #ExperiencedCare #DependableCare #AdvocareHospice

A Change in Breathing If you notice a slight change in your loved one’s breathing during their treatment, it might be because they’re feeling pain. Call 714-265-7348 today for compassionate pain management services. #PainManagementServices #AdvocareHospice

Did You Know? Palliative care not only addresses physical symptoms but mental and spiritual ailments as well. Contact us at 714-265-7348 today to learn more about how we can help you. #DidYouKnow #PalliativeCare

Know More About Your Condition A hospice care team is not just there to assist your senior when there’s an emergency. They can provide you with valuable information regarding your loved one’s condition and treatments. Call 714-265-7348 for assistance. #AdvocareHospice #HospiceCare

In Case of Emergencies It’s important to have someone around to administer immediate medical attention, especially during emergencies. Contact 714-265-7348 today for reliable hospice care services. #Emergencies #AdvocareHospice

Managing Emotional Pain Emotional pain like anxiety can work together with physical pain, with physical symptoms of pain increasing anxiety and anxiety increasing the response to physical pain. There are several methods that can be used to treat emotional pain. In terms of medication, a patient may receive Valium or Ativan to treat agitation and anxiety. On the other hand, a medical social worker or chaplain may pay visits to the patients to offer non-medication support and c...are. Contact 714-265-7348 for more details. #EmotionalPainManagement #AdvocareHospice

Monitoring Medication Side Effects We can help manage your loved one’s medications and their side effects to ensure safe and effective treatment. Contact us at 714-265-7348 today for details. #MedicationSideEffects #AdvocareHospice

Proper Use of Assistive Devices The hospice care team can provide patients and their family members with instructions on how to properly use assistive and medical equipment at home. Contact us at 714-265-7348 today for more details. #AssistiveDevices #AdvocareHospice

Signs and Symptoms of Pain 1. Increased breathing rate 2. Increase in the patient’s systolic blood pressure 3. Rocking, fidgeting, or pacing... 4. Resisting care or guarding certain areas of the body 5. Crying #Pain #AdvocareHospice

Common Opioids Used in Hospice There are several opioids used for hospice care to carefully manage a patient’s pain and discomfort. These are: 1. Morphine (Roxanol, MS Contin)... 2. Oxycodone (Oxycontin) 3. Methadone (Dolophine) 4. Hydromorphone (Dilaudid) Learn more about pain management and its benefits for patients with chronic illnesses by contacting 714-265-7348 today. #PainManagement #Hospice