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Symptom control in terminal illness.

C E Driscoll

    Primary Care
    |June 1, 1987
    PubMed
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    Effective symptom management is crucial for terminally ill cancer patients, focusing on comfort and quality of life. Comprehensive assessment guides treatment to alleviate suffering from common symptoms like anxiety, pain, and nausea.

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    Area of Science:

    • Palliative Care
    • Oncology
    • Symptom Management

    Background:

    • Patient comfort and quality of life are paramount in terminal illness.
    • Symptom management requires continuous patient reassessment.
    • Addressing patient suffering is a key goal in end-of-life care.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To emphasize the importance of thorough symptom assessment in terminally ill cancer patients.
    • To guide physicians in prescribing appropriate treatments for symptom alleviation.
    • To improve coping mechanisms for patients and their families during the dying process.

    Main Methods:

    • Assessment of symptoms through patient history.
    • Physical examination of the patient.
    • Laboratory tests to identify correctable causes of symptoms.

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    Main Results:

    • Common symptoms include anxiety and depression (80-90%), pain (66%), nausea/vomiting/constipation (50%), and respiratory issues (30-40%).
    • Symptoms often exist within the disease context without specific, correctable causes.
    • Targeted medical attention can significantly alleviate patient suffering.

    Conclusions:

    • Comprehensive symptom assessment is vital for effective palliative care in cancer patients.
    • Tailored treatment plans are necessary to manage common symptoms and improve quality of life.
    • Effective symptom management aids patients and families in navigating the end-of-life journey.