Symptom Management
The practice of preventing or treating as early as possible the symptoms of a disease, side effects caused by treatment of a disease, and psychological, social, and spiritual problems related to a disease or its treatment.
Symptom Control
Management of the symptoms of a disease or condition.
Symptom Burden
The cumulative impact of symptoms on a patient’s overall wellbeing.
Symptom Assessment
The evaluation of a patient’s symptoms to determine their cause and severity.
Spiritual Support
Assistance provided by chaplains, pastoral counselors, or other spiritual guides in addressing the spiritual or religious needs of patients and their families.
Terminal Illness
A disease or condition that is likely to result in death.
Respite Care
Short-term relief for primary caregivers. It can be arranged for just an afternoon or for several days or weeks.
Pain Management
The process of providing medical care that alleviates or reduces pain.
Pain Assessment
The process of identifying and evaluating pain, its location, intensity, and duration.
Living Will
A legal document that outlines what medical treatments an individual would or would not like to receive if they can’t communicate their wishes.
