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Reflection on curative treatment versus palliation of symptoms in end of life care

17 January 2018

Nursing Standard

Evidence & practice

The conflicting tasks of treating or managing disease and preparing patients and their families for the end of life are well documented in haematology and palliative...

In the child’s best interests: should life be sustained when further treatment is futile?

22 October 2019

Nursing Children and Young People

Ethical issues

The aim of this article is to explore the concept of medical futility and the withdrawal of care for children in intensive care units. There have been several recent...

Incorporating advance care planning in dementia care

08 May 2024

Nursing Older People

Dementia care

Recent policy focus in dementia care has been on living well with the condition; however, being able to die well with dementia is of equal importance. Advance care...

Use of subcutaneous fluids in palliative care with children: a case study

15 June 2020

Nursing Children and Young People

end of life care

Quality of life is a major consideration in children’s palliative care, particularly at the end of life. Optimal symptom management is crucial in maintaining quality...

05 March 2025 / Vol 40 issue 3

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