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Do you prefer scopolamine patches, glycopyrrolate, or other treatment regimens to manage oropharyngeal secretions at the end of life?

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General Internal Medicine · Northwell Health
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Terminal respiratory secretions, the “death rattle,” may occur during the dying process. Noisy breathing may upset family members, but can also be a normal part of dying. It is important to stop non-essential IV fluids that may contribute to volume overload and pulmonary edema. The head of the bed m...

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