I. Introduction
II. Definition of Palliative and Hospice Care
1. Holistic or Whole Person Care
2. A Medical Specialty
3. Interdisciplinary Health Team
III. Palliative Care
1. Physical Care of the Patient
2. Palliative Sedation
3. Common Physical Conditions and Symptoms
4. Anorexia
5. Fatigue
IV. Dimensions of Palliative Care Services
1. Rehabilitation
2. Surgical Procedures at End-Of-Life
3. Emotional and Spiritual Care
V. Hospice Care
1. A Brief History of Hospice
2. Interdisciplinary Team Approach
3. Utilization of Hospice Care
4. Location of Hospice Care
5. Death: A Stage of Life
6. Basic Medical Care
7. Respite and Caregiver Support
8. End-of-Life Guidance
9. Bereavement Counseling
10. Medical and Interdisciplinary Team Support
VI. Case Studies: Pediatric Palliative Care
1. Case 1: 15 year-old Female
2. Case 2: 18-month Child
VII. Summary