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This scoping review identified basic human needs (BHNs) in elderly palliative care patients. Psychosocial needs were most prominent, highlighting the importance of dignity and suffering relief for improved care plans.

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  • Palliative Care
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Background:

  • Elderly individuals in palliative care have complex needs.
  • Understanding basic human needs (BHNs) is crucial for effective end-of-life care.
  • Existing literature requires synthesis regarding BHNs in this population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct a scoping review of scientific evidence on basic human needs (BHNs) in elderly patients receiving palliative care.
  • To identify and categorize the spectrum of BHNs relevant to this demographic.
  • To inform the development of comprehensive palliative care strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic searches were performed across six major electronic databases.
  • An initial pool of 1,227 articles was screened for relevance.
  • Fifty-three articles meeting inclusion criteria were included in the final analysis.

Main Results:

  • Seventeen basic human needs were identified and organized into three dimensions: psychobiological (5 needs), psychosocial (10 needs), and psychospiritual (2 needs).
  • The identified needs underscore the critical importance of providing care with dignity and alleviating suffering.
  • A predominance of psychosocial needs was observed among the elderly in palliative care.

Conclusions:

  • Recognizing and addressing impaired BHNs is essential for creating tailored care plans for elderly palliative care patients.
  • The bio-psycho-social-spiritual dimensions of BHNs must be comprehensively considered.
  • This review highlights the significant role of psychosocial support in elderly palliative care.