week 4 - palliative & end-of-life care Flashcards
1
Q
what are the 4 elements of ‘assessment’ for clinical & supportive care needs?
A
- comprehensive evaluation
- holistic approach
- patient-centered
- multidisciplinary collaboration
2
Q
what 3 things are involved in a comprehensive evaluation for assessment?
A
- medical history
- physical examination
- diagnostic tests
3
Q
what 4 things are involved in a holistic approach for assessment?
A
- physical
- psychological
- social
- cultural
4
Q
what 8 things are involved in ‘management’ for clinical & supportive care needs?
“RECIpiEnCES”
A
- regular monitoring
- evidence-based care
- continuity of care
- individualised treatment plans
- education
- communication
- emotional support
- symptom management
5
Q
what are 3 palliative care management issues?
A
- patient-centered approach
- multidisciplinary team
- communication
6
Q
what are the 3 elements of symptom control?
A
- pain management
- symptom assessment - regular
- individualised approaches
7
Q
what are the 3 elements of health promotion for palliative/end-of-life care?
A
- quality of life
- spiritual & psychological support
- encouraging advanced care planning
8
Q
identify 11 challenges associated w/ family & person-centered care
‘CoCKCHaFER PiCS’
A
- communication/decision making - limited cognitive capacity
- caregiver burnout/role strain
- lack of knowledge/resources
- navigating treatment Choices
-
healthcare system challenges
6.** f**amily conflict - ethical dilemmas
- cultural/religious diversity
- emotional/psychological distress
- continuity of care
- diversity in** s**piritual/emotional needs
9
Q
identify 8 roles of a nurse/midwife for palliative/end-of-life care
“MEDiAtEnESS”
A
- medication management
- education
- document & record keeping
- assessment & care planning
- end-of-life care planning
- ethical decision-making
- symptom management
- support
