Breathing Difficulties

Breathing Difficulties

 Breathing DifficultiesShortness of breath (SOB) is a common symptom at the end of life.  It can occur with disorders of the lungs such as cancer or COPD.  It can also be a result of fluid retention.  If the patient feels he/she cannot get enough air, it can be very...
Confusion, Restlessness and Agitation

Confusion, Restlessness and Agitation

  Confusion, Restlessness and Agitation As a person declines, they may become confused, restless, or have increased agitation.  Even though they are too weak, they may insist on getting out of the bed.  They may yell out and become angry toward those around them. ...
Constipation

Constipation

  Constipation Constipation is one of the most common problems patients experience at the end of life.  Whether we eat or not, our body still produces waste and that waste needs to be eliminated.  As the disease progresses, our body movements slow down.  Inactivity...