Explore new thinking in palliative care and related fields – we are pleased to present a fresh selection of articles and research papers. If you would like to continue any of the topics below in the form of a discussion or webinar, please, feel free to contact us at info@paced.org.uk.
Home-Based Palliative Care is Beneficial for Everyone: a Systematic Review
The article presents a comprehensive review of data on the cost and effectiveness of home-based palliative care for cancer patients. The study found that such care reduces hospitalisation costs and improves patient care quality. However, the authors emphasise the need for further research to assess its economic efficiency more accurately, particularly its impact on patients’ quality of life, indirect costs, and regional disparities. Additionally, the article provides a detailed breakdown of the cost structure within the palliative care system.
Specialised Jargon or Inclusive Language: Just One Aspect of Communication in Palliative Care Teams
We know how crucial communication skills are for palliative care professionals. This article explores team dynamics: the obstacles team members face, the strategies that foster effective communication, and the potential consequences of neglecting this critical aspect. From familiar challenges like hierarchical structures to misunderstandings from specialised jargon; from regular meetings to enhancing inclusive language, the authors delve deeper into this essential topic, uncovering valuable and thought-provoking insights.
Call the Nurse! Ethical Challenges in Palliative Nursing
Palliative care raises numerous ethical dilemmas, many of which stem from the internal conflict between ensuring quality of life and extending it. Nurses, who work closely with patients, often face these challenges more acutely than others. This study examines palliative care nurses’ ethical challenges and how they impact their lives. The article also includes a convenient list of parameters used to evaluate patient rights and the quality of care nurses provide.
Setting Priorities: Palliative Care Slipping Through the Cracks
Three palliative care experts highlight how humanity continues to overlook palliative care as a critical global health priority. The authors note that by 2060, 48 million people will die annually while enduring severe suffering—a staggering 87% increase from 2016. What needs to be done, and how can we prevent regression? Find answers in this insightful article.
Terminal Sedation and Religious Beliefs
This study explores the conflict between patient rights and the religious beliefs of palliative care workers. At its core lies the story of a Muslim nurse approached by a patient requesting terminal sedation. What distinguishes terminal sedation from euthanasia? How much influence can religious beliefs have in professional practice? And where can one seek help and support in such situations? Find the answers in the article.
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