Nevada § 449.0115 - “Hospice care” defined
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 449.0115 — “Hospice care” defined, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 449.0115. “Hospice care” defined
1. “ Hospice care ” means a centrally administered program of palliative services and supportive services
provided by an interdisciplinary team directed by a physician. The program includes the provision of physical, psychological, custodial and spiritual
care for persons who are terminally ill and their families. The care may be provided in the home, at a residential facility or at a medical
facility at any time of the day or night. The term includes the supportive care and services provided to the family after
the patient dies. 2. As used in this section: (a) “Family” includes the immediate family, the person who primarily cared for the
patient and other persons with significant personal ties to the patient, whether or
not related by blood. (b) “Interdisciplinary team” means a group of persons who work collectively to meet
the special needs of terminally ill patients and their families and includes such
persons as a physician, registered nurse, social worker, member of the clergy and
trained volunteer.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 449.0115
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 449.0115 cover?
Section 449.0115 ("“Hospice care” defined") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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