End of life care, referred to as palliative care, can be life sustaining in a meaningful way. This may require management strategies. If urinary incontinence unresolved with medical treatments, such as wearing a diaper.
Improving food choices often improves health. Whole foods, fresh and lightly cooked, make ingredience easier to digest.
Mobility issues may require a special harness, aiding in support during rising up or going down stairs.
Addressing pain issues that are unresponsive with routine medications may help the patient. Integrating holistic therapies with acupuncture, laser therapy, thermal therapy, and especially massage therapies can improve mobility.
Bedding and sleep areas need to be easy to access and comfortable. Good footing for getting up is necessary to go from a down position to secure on all 4 legs ready to walk.
The patient may need help when squatting to eliminate. A harness or towel under the abdomen may be enough support to make the task successful.
A loving environment is also needed during the end of life care.