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Symptom assessment and management.

A C Carver1, K M Foley

  • 1Department of Neurology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, New York 10021, USA. carvera@mskcc.org

Neurologic Clinics
|February 21, 2002
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Neurologists can manage common symptoms like pain and dyspnea in advanced illness. This review offers practical guidance on end-of-life care, communication, and the judicious use of sedation.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Palliative Care
  • Symptom Management

Background:

  • Neurologists frequently encounter patients with advanced illness requiring specialized symptom management.
  • Effective end-of-life care necessitates addressing complex symptoms such as pain, nausea, dyspnea, and secretions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review scientifically validated guidelines for assessing and managing common symptoms in patients with advanced illness.
  • To provide practical advice for neurologists on end-of-life care, including communication strategies and the role of sedation.

Main Methods:

  • Review of scientifically validated guidelines.
  • Synthesis of practical advice for clinical application.
  • Discussion of the neurologist's role in end-of-life care.

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Main Results:

  • Comprehensive strategies for managing pain, nausea, vomiting, dyspnea, and respiratory secretions at the end of life.
  • Guidance on effective communication with patients and families.
  • Criteria for considering sedation in imminently dying patients within palliative care.

Conclusions:

  • Neurologists play a crucial role in providing comprehensive end-of-life care.
  • Evidence-based management of symptoms improves patient quality of life.
  • Sedation can be a valuable tool in palliative care for imminently dying patients when used appropriately.