Be kept clean

To name a decision maker

Have a nurse with whom one feels comfortable

Know what to expect about one’s physical condition


Have someone who will listen

Maintain one’s dignity

Trust one’s physician

Have financial affairs in order


Be free of pain

Maintain a sense of humor

Say good-bye to important people

Be free of shortness of breath


Be free of anxiety

Have physician with whom one can discuss fears

Have physician who knows one as a whole person

Resolve unfinished business with family or friends


Have physical touch


Know that one’s physician is comfortable talking about death and dying

Share time with close friends

Believe family is prepared for one’s death

Feel prepared to die


Presence of family

Treatment preferences in writing


Not die alone


Remember personal accomplishments

Receive care from person physician

Hospice Program

Transitions & Life Choices

Beyond Chicken Soup

Advance Directives