Related Articles Measurement of Quality of Life in Palliative Care: Evidence for Criterion-Oriented Validity of a Single-Item Approach. J Palliat Med. 2017 Jun;20(6):604-610 Authors: Conrad R, Mücke M, Marinova M, Burghardt A, Stieber C, Cuhls H, Radbruch L Abstract BACKGROUND: Assessment of quality of life is of central importance in palliative care to understand patients’ needs and improve their treatment. However, due to the severely compromised state of health of the severely ill or dying patients, the possibility of an adequate assessment with longer questionnaires is limited. OBJECTIVE: Investigation of the criterion-oriented validity of a single item to measure quality…
Origen: Measurement of Quality of Life in Palliative Care: Evidence for Criterion-Oriented Validity of a Single-Item Approach. – PubMed

Related Articles Self-Care in Palliative Care Nursing and Medical Professionals: A Cross-Sectional Survey. J Palliat Med. 2017 Jun;20(6):625-630 Authors: Mills J, Wand T, Fraser JA Abstract BACKGROUND: Self-care is an important consideration for palliative care professionals. To date, few details have been recorded about the nature or uptake of self-care practices in the palliative care workforce. As part of a broader mixed methods study, this article reports findings from a national survey of nurses and doctors. OBJECTIVE: The objective of this study was to examine perceptions, education, and practices relating to self-care among palliative care nursing and medical professionals. DESIGN:…
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Related Articles Increased Symptom Expression among Patients with Delirium Admitted to an Acute Palliative Care Unit. J Palliat Med. 2017 Jun;20(6):638-641 Authors: de la Cruz M, Yennu S, Liu D, Wu J, Reddy A, Bruera E Abstract INTRODUCTION: Delirium is the most common neuropsychiatric condition in very ill patients and those at the end of life. Previous case reports found that delirium-induced disinhibition may lead to overexpression of symptoms. It negatively affects communication between patients, family members, and the medical team and can sometimes lead to inappropriate interventions. Better understanding would result in improved care. Our aim was to determine…
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Related Articles Preparing Pediatric Healthcare Professionals for End-of-Life Care Discussions: An Exploratory Study. J Palliat Med. 2017 Jun;20(6):662-666 Authors: Henderson A, Young J, Herbert A, Bradford N, Pedersen LA Abstract BACKGROUND: Preparedness to initiate end-of-life (EoL) discussions is a confronting and daunting task for all healthcare professionals. We conducted a group interview to explore healthcare professionals’ experiences of preparing for EoL discussions with the patient and their family in a pediatric context. AIM: To identify what pediatric healthcare professionals consider important when preparing for an EoL discussion. METHODS: A qualitative design using a group interview. Two open-ended questions were asked:…
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Related Articles Better Together: The Making and Maturation of the Palliative Care Research Cooperative Group. J Palliat Med. 2017 Jun;20(6):584-591 Authors: Ritchie CL, Pollak KI, Kehl KA, Miller JL, Kutner JS Abstract OBJECTIVE: To describe the growth and outcomes of the Palliative Care Research Cooperative Group (PCRC). BACKGROUND: Despite advances, significant gaps remain in the evidence base to inform care for people with serious illness. To generate this needed evidence and bolster research capacity, the Palliative Care Research Cooperative (PCRC) group was formed. METHODS: The PCRC supports investigators in the conduct of multisite clinical studies. After developing a governance structure…
Origen: Better Together: The Making and Maturation of the Palliative Care Research Cooperative Group. – PubMed