1. Medical and palliative care provided to patients in the final stages of a terminal illness, focusing on comfort and quality of life rather than curative treatment
The patient decided to pursue terminal care at home rather than continued aggressive treatment.
O paciente decidiu optar por cuidados terminais em casa em vez de continuar com tratamento agressivo.
2. End-of-life care that prioritizes symptom management, pain relief, and emotional support
The hospice team specializes in terminal care for cancer patients.
A equipe do hospício se especializa em cuidados terminais para pacientes com câncer.