This paper reports the views of bereaved relatives on the experience of care they and the person that died received during their last admission in two university adult acute tertiary hospitals. More people are cared for at end of life and die in acute hospitals than in any other healthcare setting.
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Conclusion The gulf between positive attitudes and limited implementation suggests the need for interdisciplinary changes to facilitate integration of PC in clinical practice in Ireland'ĭying in acute hospitals: voices of bereaved relativesĪbstract: Internationally there is an increasing concern about the quality of end-of-life care (EoLC) provided in acute hospitals. Regarding end-of-life (EOL) care: 81% of oncologists (N = 55) are directly involved in its administration, despite 84% (N = 53) agreeing patients benefit when PC specialists coordinate EOL care. Ninety-two(92%) believe patients with advanced cancer should receive concurrent treatment, however only 53% of oncologists(N = 37) routinely refer. Results The study (N = 100) comprised sixty-nine oncologists (69%) and thirty-one PC physicians (31%). Methods An online survey was circulated to oncologists and PC physicians in Ireland.
Exploring the Interface of Oncology and Palliative Care in IrelandĪbstract: Aims To explore the integration and delivery of oncology led referrals to palliative care (PC) by examining physician attitudes and referral practices.
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