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Update in Hospice and Palliative Care.
Karen Hyden1, Laura Gelfman2,3, J Nicholas Dionne-Odom4
1College of Nursing, University of Colorado Denver, Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, Colorado.
Journal of Palliative Medicine
|December 7, 2019
Summary
This review highlights key 2018 research in hospice and palliative care, offering insights for clinical practice. It identifies impactful studies to guide healthcare professionals in patient care settings.
Area of Science:
- Palliative Care Medicine
- Hospice Care Research
Background:
- Clinical practice in hospice and palliative care requires up-to-date evidence.
- Research published in 2018 offers critical insights for current patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize and critique impactful 2018 research in hospice and palliative care.
- To identify how this research can inform clinical practice.
- To present findings relevant to the Annual Assembly of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (AAHPM) and Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (HPNA).
Main Methods:
- Systematic PubMed search using "hospice" and "palliative care".
- Hand search of 22 leading healthcare journals.
- Expert consultation and discussion.
- Selection based on methodological quality, applicability, and clinical impact.
Main Results:
- Eight high-quality original research articles from 2018 were identified.
- These articles cover critical areas within hospice and palliative care.
- The selected studies demonstrate significant potential to influence clinical practice.
Conclusions:
- The summarized research provides valuable evidence for clinicians.
- Implementation of findings can enhance patient care in hospice and palliative settings.
- Continuous review of research is essential for advancing the field.
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