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The wedding proposal
1Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA.
Patient Education and Counseling
|November 21, 2019
Summary
A patient nearing end-of-life feared missing her daughter's wedding. Medical teams facilitated a special ceremony, highlighting compassionate end-of-life care and patient-centered support.
Area of Science:
- Medical Ethics
- Palliative Care
- Patient Advocacy
Background:
- End-of-life care often focuses on symptom management.
- Patient wishes and emotional well-being are crucial aspects of holistic care.
- Narrative essays can illuminate unique patient experiences.
Purpose of the Study:
- To illustrate the profound impact of humanistic end-of-life care.
- To emphasize the importance of addressing patients' psychosocial needs.
- To showcase innovative approaches in palliative medicine.
Main Methods:
- A narrative account from a medical student's perspective.
- Description of a specific patient case nearing end-of-life.
- Details of the medical team's interventions to fulfill a patient's wish.
Main Results:
- The medical team facilitated the daughter's wedding for the patient.
- The patient experienced emotional fulfillment before passing.
- This intervention exemplified compassionate and patient-centered end-of-life care.
Conclusions:
- Prioritizing patient wishes can significantly enhance end-of-life experiences.
- Humanistic approaches are integral to effective palliative care.
- Healthcare teams can create meaningful moments for patients and families.
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