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dysmetria

n. an impaired ability to control the distance, speed, or power of one’s body movements. It is a key sign of cerebellar damage.

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January 27th 2025

terminal care

terminal care

services for people with terminal illness, now usually provided by hospices, which may be either freestanding units or associated with hospitals, nursing homes, or extended care facilities. The emphasis is on palliative care, pain control, supportive psychological services, and involvement in family and social activities, with the goal of enabling patients to live out their lives in comfort, peace, and dignity.