Identify The Philosophical Values That Inform The Palliative Approach

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Philosophy and Meaning of Palliative Care Deborah Prior 1 Objectives Identify the philosophical values that inform the palliative approach Distinguish between populations, primary and specialist models of palliative care Discuss the transition phases of care for the elderly Analyse concepts of holistic care as these relate to context of elderly residents 2 Definitions The World Health Organisation (2000) An approach that improves the quality of life of individuals and their families facing the problems associated with life threatening illness, through the prevention and relief of suffering by means of early identification and impeccable assessment and treatment of pain and other problems, physical, psychosocial and spiritual. 3 Palliative…show more content…
Support and consultation Direct assessment - collaborative care planning Rationalises complex problems Clinical treatment as necessary Research/education 14 Indication for Specialist Consultations Exacerbation of previously stable symptoms Needs exceed the capacity of the facility Client requires complex symptom management Risk of complications, physical - social emotional 15 End-of-Life Care Dying trajectory Goal more focused on existential issues meaning, affirmation of life, spiritual comfort Unfinished business - forgiveness - reconcile Family/friends needs for comfort and information Anticipatory grief 16 End-of-Life Care Physiological signs - palliative treatment Meticulous physical care - including symptom control Consider the environment of care Spiritual care - rituals, ceremonies etc 17 The Palliative Approach Population approach, organisational Client group have varying degree of need for the palliative approach Identify the transition markers Essentially holistic approach 18 19 Palliative Approach Extending beyond routine care Incorporating specific knowledge, attitudes and skills Establish a supportive relationship with specialist palliative care providers Involving family and friends 20

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