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Lindsay K Haines1, Allyson C Cook2,3, Justin S Hatchimonji4
1Department of Medicine and the Palliative and Advanced Illness Research Center, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
Journal of Palliative Medicine
|June 15, 2021
Summary
Palliative care (PC) integration is crucial for emergency surgery and trauma patients. This article provides 10 expert-backed tips to enhance PC clinicians' understanding and care for these acutely ill populations.
Area of Science:
- Medical Specialties
- Surgical Care
- Critical Care Medicine
Background:
- Growing need for palliative care (PC) in emergency surgery and trauma.
- Increasing volume of PC consults for these acutely ill patient groups.
- Lack of specialized knowledge for PC clinicians caring for trauma and emergency surgery patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and disseminate key considerations for palliative care clinicians.
- To improve the quality of palliative care for patients undergoing emergency surgery and trauma.
- To offer expert-derived guidance for managing unique challenges in these populations.
Main Methods:
- Modified Delphi technique employed.
- Expert consensus gathered on essential knowledge for PC clinicians.
- Focus on clinical experience and nuanced care strategies.
Main Results:
- Ten essential tips for PC clinicians caring for trauma and emergency surgery patients.
- Highlights unique characteristics and needs of these patient populations.
- Provides actionable insights based on expert clinical experience.
Conclusions:
- Enhanced understanding of trauma and emergency surgery patients is vital for effective PC.
- Dissemination of expert-recommended tips can improve care delivery.
- Future PC practice should integrate these specialized considerations for optimal patient outcomes.
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