Procedure
Palliative Radiation Therapy
A one-page care plan for patients having Palliative Radiation Therapy, covering Purpose, Protection & Preparation, Expectations & Execution, Nutrition & Next Steps, Consistency, Indications and Lifestyle & Long-Term Success.
In this plan
Purpose, Protection & Preparation
- I understand this treatment is meant to relieve symptoms, not cure cancer
- I understand it can reduce pain, bleeding, or pressure
- I follow instructions about skin care and medicines
- I tell my provider about symptoms or discomfort
- I understand comfort and quality of life are the main goals
Expectations & Execution
5 points, for partners
Nutrition & Next Steps
4 points, for partners
Consistency
4 points, for partners
Indications
4 points, for partners
Lifestyle & Long-Term Success
4 points, for partners
When to call the office and when to call 911: for partners
See the full plan
Palliative Radiation Therapy is one of the plans included with a partnership. Partners read every plan in full, and print any of them for a patient.