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A team to ensure sensitive continuing care. Setting up a symptom control/support team
Professional Nurse (London, England)
|August 1, 1992
Summary
Palliative care presents significant stress for patients and professionals. A dedicated symptom control and support team can alleviate this by providing expert advice, counseling, education, and bereavement follow-up.
Area of Science:
- Palliative Care Medicine
- Healthcare Support Services
Background:
- Palliative care is inherently demanding, causing significant stress and responsibility for both patients and healthcare professionals.
- Effective symptom management and emotional support are crucial components of high-quality palliative care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the role of a specialized symptom control/support team in palliative care.
- To identify the key functions and benefits of such a team for patients and healthcare providers.
Main Methods:
- This abstract describes the functions of a symptom control/support team within a palliative care setting.
- The team's role encompasses providing advice, counseling, education, and bereavement follow-up.
Main Results:
- A symptom control/support team serves as a vital resource for patients and healthcare professionals.
- The team offers multidisciplinary support, addressing complex symptom management and psychosocial needs.
Conclusions:
- Implementing a symptom control/support team can enhance the delivery of palliative care.
- Such teams are essential for mitigating the stress and improving the overall experience for patients and healthcare providers in palliative care settings.