Hospice: Understanding and Optimizing Comfort Care

Hospice care today is largely a government healthcare system. Patients who meet specific criteria are eligible for this benefit. Hospice care is not a new concept, but the philosophy behind this type of care is changing. Hospice care is also advancing with new technologies. This course will examine the history of hospice care, the distinction between hospice care and palliative care, the current state of hospice care in the United States, the pharmacy team interface, advancements in care, and the technologies now used or being considered in hospice care.