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Promoting symptom control in palliative care

¹University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia, USA.

Seminars in Oncology Nursing

|May 15, 1998

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Effective symptom control in advanced cancer patients requires a multidisciplinary team approach. Nurses are crucial for optimal palliation of physical symptoms through expert assessment and treatment.

Area of Science:

Palliative Care
Oncology
Symptom Management

Background:

Advanced cancer presents complex physical challenges.
Effective management of these symptoms is critical for patient quality of life.

Purpose of the Study:

To outline the management strategies for prevalent physical issues in advanced cancer patients.
To emphasize the role of interdisciplinary collaboration in palliative care.

Main Methods:

Comprehensive literature review.
Analysis of research articles, book chapters, and clinical guidelines.

Main Results:

Multidisciplinary team coordination is essential for effective symptom control.
Successful palliation is achievable for pain, GI, respiratory, and dermatologic disorders.

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Conclusions:

Nursing care is fundamental to successful palliative interventions.
Nurses' expertise in assessment and treatment ensures optimal symptom management.