1. HOSPICE IN A ZOOLOGIC MEDICINE SETTING.
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Jessup, David A. and Scott, Cheryl A.
- Abstract
The article focuses on the basic and concept practices on the palliative care of zoologic species in zoologic medical setting. It states that animals have increased its life expectancy just as the life expectancy of humans have increased. It says that zoos and other animal institutions are practicing hospice care to prolong the life of their animals. Moreover, the American Animal Hospital Association suggested practitioners, such as veterinarians, to consider a pet as a senior when it reaches 25% of its life expectancy. It also discusses three factors in the hospice and palliative care which include relieving pain and anxiety, maintaining the quality of life, and respecting the patient's wish.
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- 2011
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