The Hospice From the Viewpoint of a Student.
- VernacularTitle:学生からみたホスピス
- Author:
Yoko NITTA
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
hosice care;
palliative medicine;
medical education
- From:Medical Education
1998;29(2):113-115
- CountryJapan
- Language:Japanese
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Abstract:
I visited three hospice facilities in Japan. Learning about palliative medicine by myself and not as part of the medical school curriculum was beneficial. The three hospices differed in several respects, such as their philosophy, style of care, and religion affiliation. However, one common characteristic was the idea that the patient is the center of the hospice. I am very interested in the use of music and other methods for pain relief. I think that learning about terminal care is necessary for medical students and hope that we gain a deeper understanding of hospices.
