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Physical Therapy's Role in Opioid Use and Management During Palliative and Hospice Care.

Authors :
Wilson, Christopher M.
Briggs, Richard
Source :
Physical Therapy. Feb2018, Vol. 98 Issue 2, p83-85. 3p.
Publication Year :
2018

Abstract

The authors convey their views on the role of physical therapy in opioid use and management during palliative and hospice care. Topics mentioned include the ChoosePT campaign of the American Physical Therapy Association, the role of physical therapists in establishing pressure relief for the person who is bedfast, and the disjointed nature of physical therapy within hospice and palliative care teams.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00319023
Volume :
98
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Physical Therapy
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
127494607
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1093/ptj/pzx108