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[Paediatric palliative care and the nursing role]
1Paliped, équipe ressource soins palliatifs pédiatriques d'Île-de-France, 3 rue de Metz, 75010 Paris, France.
Paediatric palliative care, defined in France since 2008, supports children with life-limiting illnesses from birth to age 19. This essential care requires coordinated, multi-disciplinary efforts from all healthcare professionals involved.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Palliative Care
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Paediatric palliative care formally recognized in France in 2008.
- Definition encompasses care from antenatal period to age 19 for children with life-limiting conditions.
- Healthcare professionals frequently encounter these patients in various settings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define paediatric palliative care in the French context.
- To highlight the necessity of multi-disciplinary care for children with life-limiting illnesses.
- To emphasize the importance of coordination among healthcare professionals.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on the definition and scope of paediatric palliative care in France.
- Analysis of care requirements for children with life-limiting diseases.
- Discussion of the role of nurses and multi-disciplinary teams.
Main Results:
- Paediatric palliative care is a distinct field since 2008 in France.
- Care extends from prenatal to age 19 for children facing life-limiting conditions.
- Effective care necessitates collaboration across diverse health and social services.
Conclusions:
- Paediatric palliative care is crucial for children with life-limiting diseases.
- A coordinated, multi-disciplinary approach is vital for optimal patient outcomes.
- Nurses play a key role in delivering and coordinating this specialized care.
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