Personalised palliative care: making it a reality
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Personalised palliative care: making it a reality

Nick Evans Health journalist

The NHS wants palliative care to be better coordinated and more person-centred – but nurses and services are not always equipped to address individuals’ needs

Not everyone gets the care and support they need to die with dignity and in as much comfort as possible. For years, nurses have led improvement in palliative and end of life care. We take a look at some recent developments – and what role nurses can play in the continuing improvements.

Nursing Standard. 38, 12, 67-69. doi: 10.7748/ns.38.12.67.s22

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