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Supporting informal carers of dying patients: the district nurse’s role

03 February 2010

Nursing Standard

Art & Science

This article explores the role of the district nurse in supporting family and friends who act as informal carers for patients who wish to die at home. The district...

Addressing challenges in end of life communication with patients and families

11 April 2023

Nursing Standard

Care experience

Skilled and compassionate communication with patients and their families is a priority in all areas of clinical practice. This is particularly important in...

A qualitative study of the preparedness of practitioners to care for people with motor neurone disease in their homes

21 August 2019

Primary Health Care

literature review

Motor neurone disease (MND) results in disabilities that affect most activities in daily life. Patients with MND require care and support with these activities at...