Browsing Health (Faculty of) by Subject "palliative care"
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Exploring End-of-Life Nutrition Care for Residents of Long-Term Care: A Retrospective Chart Review
(University of Waterloo, 2023-08-22)Introduction: Eating challenges are prevalent in long-term care (LTC) and have been associated with mortality, particularly in older adults with advanced conditions such as dementia. However, changes to eating habits and ... -
A palliative approach to care for people living with dementia: exploring perspectives from health and social care providers working in long-term care
(University of Waterloo, 2022-01-06)Background: The number of Canadians living with dementia is rising as our population ages and is projected to reach 1.4 million people by 2031. Dementia is a terminal neurogenerative condition and is a major contributing ... -
Predictors of Palliative Home Care Costs in Ontario, Canada
(University of Waterloo, 2021-07-21)Background: The demand for palliative care in Canada is expected to grow in coming years due to a confluence of factors that include population aging, a more gradual dying process, emphasis on the early provision of ...