What type of medical management is emphasized during the terminal care phase?

During the terminal care phase, the primary focus shifts to comfort-based care, often referred to as palliative care. This approach prioritizes the quality of life for the patient, aims to alleviate pain, and addresses emotional and spiritual needs rather than pursuing curative treatments. The emphasis is on managing symptoms, providing support, and ensuring the patient's dignity during the end-of-life process.

In terminal care, aggressive interventions such as surgery or long-term medication management are typically avoided because they may not contribute meaningfully to the patient’s comfort or quality of life. Instead, the goal is to make the patient as comfortable as possible through supportive measures, including medication for pain relief and emotional support for both the patient and their family. Thus, comfort-based care is the cornerstone of medical management in this phase, ensuring that the patient's remaining time is spent in the most dignified and peaceful manner possible.