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

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 ...