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1South Bank University and King's College.
Nursing Management (Harrow, London, England : 1994)
|October 5, 2016
Summary
A patient
Area of Science:
- Palliative Care
- Healthcare Systems
Background:
- The patient, Rosie, experienced significant distress in her final weeks.
- Her distress was not solely due to her cancer diagnosis or treatment ineffectiveness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the systemic failures impacting patient well-being.
- To understand the gap between patient desires and healthcare delivery.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative case study analysis.
- Examination of patient-reported experiences and healthcare interactions.
Main Results:
- Systemic failures significantly contributed to patient suffering.
- Healthcare professionals faced limitations in meeting core patient needs due to systemic issues.
Conclusions:
- Healthcare system deficiencies can profoundly impact end-of-life patient experience.
- Addressing systemic failures is crucial for improving palliative care and patient satisfaction.
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