3 Understanding Hospice Equipment and Services

 

In the third episode of Hospice Explained, the podcast explores the various aspects of hospice care equipment. This includes essential items such as hospital beds and how they can be adjusted according to patients' needs and caregivers' safety. Marie further explains the function of an oxygen concentrator and the variety of other equipment that may be needed including walkers, bedside commodes, and bath chairs. Marie mentions that some items like briefs, wipes, and skin ointment are available in small amounts for immediate care and that such loaned equipment is picked up by the delivery company once it is no longer needed. The episode concludes with the information that the next segment will focus on the Eligibility criteria for hospice service.