Nutrition & Digestion in Palliative Care
Nutrition & Digestion in Palliative Care with Sarah Franklin Designs for Health
Join Nurse and Naturopath Sarah Franklin as she traverses the delicate landscape of palliative care, moving beyond cancer to address the silent battles against kidney failure, liver disease, and neurological disorders.
Our episode delves into the complex interplay between medication, nutrition, and quality of life, shedding light on the often-underestimated need for personalised care and the power of effective communication during life's most vulnerable moments, empowering you with knowledge and understanding.
Episode Highlights
Personalised Care and Effective Communication: The importance of tailoring care to individual needs and maintaining open, sensitive communication during end-of-life stages.
Involving Children in Care: Strategies to engage children in caring for their ailing parents in meaningful and age-appropriate ways.
Speech Therapy and Nutritional Solutions: Insights from speech therapists on maintaining dignity for patients with swallowing difficulties through innovative nutrition.
Medication Management: A discussion on the dual nature of medications in palliative care, balancing their healing potential against possible harm.
Emotional and Ethical Considerations: Sarah's reflections on the significance of open dialogue about death, honouring patient wishes, and the emotional impact on healthcare providers.
This episode is a heartfelt exploration of the delicate artistry in palliative care, providing valuable perspectives for healthcare practitioners dedicated to improving the quality of life for their patients in their final days.
About Sarah:
Sarah Franklin is a highly qualified practitioner with 27yrs experience
Sarah started out her health career as a paramedic in the Australian Army while studying for her nursing degree at Griffith University. Once she became a qualified nurse, she went on to specialise in Oncology and Emergency.
With cytotoxic qualifications from the Australia College of Nursing, she then went on to work in oncology and palliative care. With an inquisitive mind and a passion for understanding pharmacology, she then went on to study Naturopathy, Nutrition, Western Herbal medicine, and Acupuncture. Sarah now runs her own clinic, combining the best of both worlds.
Sarah still works as a registered nurse in a variety of settings and presents at a range of integrative settings, including local hospitals, support groups and via podcasts for different organisations.
