This list will provide necessary tools, equipment, leisure items to make your loved ones end of life care the best possible. As well as resources you can use to navigate this time period.
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Medicines
Equipment
Resources
Comfort Care Items
Medicines
Best to prevent skin break down.
A+D Original Ointment Diaper Cream
Mix with A&D ointment if needed to relieve pain or burning. Also great for muscle pain relief.
Aspercreme ® Pain Relief Cream with Lidocaine
If your loved one is on oxygen these are great to open the nasal for easy oxygen flow.
Breathe Right: Nasal Strips for Congestion Relief
Mix this with the aspercreme and A&D ointment for maximum protection against skin breakdown.
Zinc Oxide: Brands & Uses - Cleveland Clinic
Equipment
To most safely care for your patient or loved one. This is recommended after they begin to need support to get to a restroom.
Amazon Best Sellers: Best Bedside Commodes
It's great to have your own on hand to check stats in between any care provided to your loved one.
pulse oximeters - Walmart.com
Your loved one may need to start taking medicine orally or through a feeding tube. This will allow you to finely crush, mix with water and dispense.
Amazon.com: Pill Crushers & Splitters
Having your own Blood Pressure Monitor will also help monitor stats and manage care.
Home Blood Pressure Monitoring | American Heart Association
Resources
Educate yourself on the potential care options for your loved one. So you can help them make informed decisions.
What Are Palliative Care and Hospice Care?
The disposable bed bath hair wash caps make it simple and easy to help your loved one maintain their hygiene and keep their bed clean.
How To Wash Hair In Bed
Know that on these times we do our best to care for our loved ones and that it's always okay to ask for help.
A Family Caregiver's Role in Hospice Care - Salus Homecare
How to be there for those In these times.
36 Best Gifts for Someone in Hospice (and Families!)
Comfort Care Items
A cozy blanket will help keep your loved one comfortable.
