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Outcome measures for holistic, complex interventions within the palliative care setting.

Elizabeth Anita Thompson¹, Tina Quinn, Charlotte Paterson

¹Bristol Homeopathic Hospital Department, United Bristol Healthcare Trust, Palliative Medicine Bristol University, Cotham Hill, Bristol, UK. Elizabeth.thompson@ubht.swest.nhs.uk

Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice

|February 5, 2008

Summary

Researchers explored holistic care and outcome measures for complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) in palliative care. This review aids in designing clinical trials for complex CAM interventions, focusing on patient well-being.

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Area of Science:

Palliative Care
Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM)
Holistic Health

Background:

Palliative care increasingly incorporates complementary and alternative medicine (CAM).
CAM therapies often align with a holistic philosophy, addressing interconnected mind-body aspects.
Researching complex interventions like CAM in palliative care requires specific outcome measures.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore facets of holistic care within the palliative care setting.
To review outcome measures suitable for researching complex interventions, specifically CAM therapies.
To support the design of clinical trials for CAM in palliative care.

Main Methods:

Literature review and synthesis of outcome measures.
Focus on areas relevant to holistic care in palliative settings.
Identification of measures for hope, spirituality, symptom control, self-concept, therapeutic consultation, and dignity.

Main Results:

Outcome measures were identified across key domains of holistic care.
These measures are applicable to researching complex interventions like CAM.
The review provides a foundation for designing robust clinical trials.

Conclusions:

Holistic care is integral to palliative care, often delivered through CAM.
Appropriate outcome measures are crucial for rigorously evaluating CAM interventions.
This work facilitates evidence-based research into CAM's role in enhancing patient well-being in palliative care.