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Yuhan Lu1, Youhui Gu1, Wenhua Yu2
1Department of Nursing, Key Laboratory of Carcinogenesis and Translational Research (Ministry of Education), Peking University Cancer Hospital and Institute, Beijing, China.
Asia-Pacific Journal of Oncology Nursing
|January 31, 2018
Summary
Nurses are vital in advancing hospice and palliative care in China, improving patient quality of life and care. Understanding challenges empowers nurses to provide dignified, individualized end-of-life services.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Oncology
- Palliative Care
Background:
- China faces a rapidly aging population and rising rates of life-threatening illnesses like cancer.
- Significant advancements have been made in promoting hospice and palliative care services over recent decades.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the crucial role of trained nurses in enhancing hospice and palliative care.
- To underscore the importance of nurses understanding the current landscape and challenges in China's palliative care sector.
Main Methods:
- Review of the current state and progress of hospice and palliative care in China.
- Analysis of the multifaceted contributions of nurses in delivering and advocating for palliative care.
Main Results:
- Nurses significantly contribute through direct patient care, multidisciplinary team coordination, policy advocacy, and public awareness initiatives.
- A clear understanding of developmental progress and existing challenges is essential for nurses.
Conclusions:
- Nurses are pivotal in delivering quality, dignified, and individualized end-of-life care.
- Empowering nurses with knowledge of the palliative care landscape enhances their ability to meet patient and family needs.
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