Cape Breton University, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada
Abstract
Themes of Early Integration of Palliative Care into Oncology Care: A NursePractitioner Model
Author(s): Claudette Taylor
Early integration of palliative care into standard oncology care
is quality cancer care. Evidence suggests palliative care
improves the quality of life of advanced cancer patients and
their families when introduced early in the disease trajectory.
The provision of palliative care services within an oncology
care center supports themes of early integration. The
incorporation of an ambulatory palliative care clinic in an
oncology care center is an example of an integrative service
model. Yet, integration must represent much more than a
physical presence and include comprehensive and holistic care,
collaboration, communication and availability of service.
Palliative Care Nurse Practitioners have the required knowledge
and skills to fully support integration in an oncology care
setting. In January 2018, a palliative care clinic, managed by a
nurse practitioner, was established .. View More»
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