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Glossary
Our glossary explains some of the medical and legal terms used in palliative care.
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Depression
A medical condition that affects how a person thinks, feels, and acts. Diagnosed by the presence of the first two symptoms and any of the others for at least two weeks:
- loss of interest in activities
- low mood
- changes in weight
- altered sleep patterns
- changes in energy
- fatigue
- poor self-image
- trouble concentrating
- thoughts of death.
Depression
A medical condition that affects how a person thinks, feels, and acts. Diagnosed by the presence of the first two symptoms and any of the others for at least two weeks:
- loss of interest in activities
- low mood
- changes in weight
- altered sleep patterns
- changes in energy
- fatigue
- poor self-image
- trouble concentrating
- thoughts of death.
Dignity
A quality inherent in all people, of being worthy, which merits esteem and respect. The expression of one’s dignity is unique to each individual.
Dignity
A quality inherent in all people, of being worthy, which merits esteem and respect. The expression of one’s dignity is unique to each individual.
Diuretic
A type of medication used to remove water from the body by increasing the amount of urine produced by the kidneys. Available by prescription. Also known as water pills.
Diuretic
A type of medication used to remove water from the body by increasing the amount of urine produced by the kidneys. Available by prescription. Also known as water pills.
Dyspnea
The sense of not being able to get enough air (hunger for air). Breathing may be faster or slower than usual, and can feel difficult or painful. Often causes anxiety, which in turn aggravates the condition.
Dyspnea
The sense of not being able to get enough air (hunger for air). Breathing may be faster or slower than usual, and can feel difficult or painful. Often causes anxiety, which in turn aggravates the condition.
End-of-life care
Care that is designed to meet the physical, psychological, social, spiritual and practical needs of patients and caregivers facing terminal illness.
End-of-life care
Care that is designed to meet the physical, psychological, social, spiritual and practical needs of patients and caregivers facing terminal illness.