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Published on: June 22, 2015
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Summary
This initiative honors patients who have died and acknowledges the medical staff
Area of Science:
- Medical Ethics
- Patient Care
Background:
- Acknowledging patient mortality is crucial in healthcare.
- Supporting medical teams through grief is essential.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce and evaluate 'The Pause' initiative.
- To foster a culture of remembrance and support within medical settings.
Main Methods:
- Implementing a structured moment of reflection.
- Facilitating communal acknowledgment of loss.
Main Results:
- Positive reception from medical staff.
- Enhanced sense of community and shared experience.
Conclusions:
- 'The Pause' effectively honors deceased patients.
- The initiative supports healthcare providers during difficult times.
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