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Palliative care: a challenge for nurses.

J V D'Silva1

  • 1College of Nursing, Mahe, Manipal.

The Nursing Journal of India
|August 26, 2004
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Cancer incidence and mortality are rising globally, especially in developing nations. Hospice and palliative care were initiated to improve the quality of life for cancer patients when a cure is not yet available.

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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Palliative Care
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Cancer is a growing global health concern, with millions of new cases diagnosed annually.
  • Developing countries bear a significant burden, accounting for over half of new cancer diagnoses.
  • Cancer mortality rates are projected to increase worldwide, highlighting an urgent need for supportive care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To address the increasing global cancer burden and mortality.
  • To explore strategies for improving the lives of cancer patients.
  • To introduce the concept of hospice and palliative care.

Main Methods:

  • The abstract does not detail specific methods but introduces the concept of hospice and palliative care.
  • It references global cancer statistics from the World Health Organization (WHO).

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  • The initiation of hospice and palliative care is presented as a response to the cancer crisis.

    • Main Results:

    • The abstract does not present specific results but highlights the growing incidence and mortality of cancer.
    • It emphasizes that while a cure for cancer is not yet available, patient quality of life can be enhanced.
    • The initiation of hospice and palliative care is presented as a key development.

    Conclusions:

    • Hospice and palliative care are crucial for enhancing the quality of life for cancer patients.
    • These care models are essential, particularly in regions facing a high cancer burden.
    • The development of palliative care is a vital response to the global cancer epidemic.