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Operational features for hospital palliative care programs: consensus recommendations.

David E Weissman1, Diane E Meier

  • 1Department of Internal Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53226, USA. dweissma@mcw.edu

Journal of Palliative Medicine
|November 22, 2008
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Summary
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Hospital palliative care programs are expanding. A consensus panel developed 22 recommendations for key operational features to guide the strategic planning and growth of these essential palliative care services.

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Area of Science:

  • Healthcare Management
  • Palliative Care
  • Quality Improvement

Background:

  • Hospital palliative care programs are increasing in the U.S. in number, scope, and sophistication.
  • The National Quality Forum (NQF) established a Framework for Preferred Practices for Palliative and Hospice Care Quality, outlining 38 preferred practices.
  • Existing frameworks lack detailed operational guidance for program sustainability and growth.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop practical recommendations for key operational features of hospital palliative care programs.
  • To provide guidance for hospitals establishing new or enhancing existing palliative care services.
  • To support the strategic planning and sustainable growth of palliative care programs.

Main Methods:

  • A consensus panel was convened by the Center to Advance Palliative Care.
  • The panel developed 22 recommendations for essential operational features.
  • Recommendations are categorized into 12 domains, distinguishing between "must-have" and "should-have" features.

Main Results:

  • Twenty-two operational recommendations were developed for hospital palliative care programs.
  • These recommendations are grouped into 12 distinct domains.
  • Features are classified as "must-have" or "should-have" to aid implementation.

Conclusions:

  • The recommendations offer crucial operational details for palliative care program development and enhancement.
  • These features are vital for ensuring program sustainability and facilitating growth.
  • The recommendations serve as a practical tool for strategic planning in hospital palliative care.