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End-of-Life Care for Transgender Older Adults
Lauren Catlett1, Kimberly D Acquaviva1, Lisa Campbell2
1University of Virginia School of Nursing, Charlottesville, USA.
Global Qualitative Nursing Research
|March 30, 2023
Summary
Inclusive end-of-life (EOL) care is crucial for aging transgender adults who face discrimination. A think tank identified key considerations for improving EOL care quality and equity for this underserved population.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Palliative Care
- Sociology of Health
Background:
- The population of transgender older adults is growing.
- This demographic frequently encounters discrimination and inadequate healthcare access.
- There is an increasing need for respectful and inclusive end-of-life (EOL) care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To generate recommendations for EOL care tailored to transgender older adults.
- To identify critical considerations for improving EOL care quality for this population.
- To inform future research, policy, and education in EOL care for transgender individuals.
Main Methods:
- Convened a think tank including 19 transgender older adults, EOL care scholars, and palliative care providers.
- Conducted a qualitative descriptive analysis of think tank discussion records.
- Identified key themes related to EOL care for transgender older adults.
Main Results:
- Four major themes emerged from the qualitative analysis.
- These themes underscore the unique experiences and needs of transgender older adults.
- Findings highlight areas for advancing research, policy, and clinical education.
Conclusions:
- Understanding the experiences of transgender older adults is vital for equitable EOL care.
- Recommendations are essential for improving care quality and inclusivity.
- Future initiatives should focus on addressing the specific needs of this population in EOL settings.
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