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The dying elderly patient.

J E Streim1, J R Marshall

  • 1Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia.

American Family Physician
|November 1, 1988
PubMed
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Caring for dying elderly patients can be hopeful. Physicians can help patients and families face death by recognizing obstacles and understanding concerns, reducing suffering and improving autonomy.

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Area of Science:

  • Geriatrics
  • Palliative Care
  • End-of-Life Care

Background:

  • Care for the dying elderly is often perceived as hopeless.
  • Patients and families require support to navigate end-of-life challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore strategies for improving care of the dying elderly patient.
  • To identify physician roles in addressing patient and family concerns during end-of-life care.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative analysis of physician-patient-family interactions.
  • Review of established palliative care interventions.
  • Identification of common obstacles in end-of-life care.

Main Results:

  • Physician skill in recognizing obstacles and understanding concerns is crucial.

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  • Interventions can effectively diminish patient and family fears.
  • Positive strategies reduce suffering, isolation, and loss of autonomy.

    • Conclusions:

    • Effective end-of-life care for the elderly is achievable and not hopeless.
    • Physician-led interventions can significantly improve the dying experience.
    • Focusing on patient autonomy and reducing suffering enhances quality of life at the end of life.