Hospice and Palliative Care Specialist Questions Hospice Care

Why has my mother stopped eating in hospice?

My mother is in hospice care right now, but she's refusing to eat. I talked to her nurse and physician about it, and both said that it's not uncommon. Why has this happened?

1 Answer

This is the body's natural reaction as it starts to shut down and in a way helps the body stay more comfortable.