Title
Communication Issues and Advance Care Planning
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2005
Published In
Seminars in Oncology Nursing
Volume
21
Issue
1
Pages
11-19
Recommended Citation
Moore, Crystal Dea, "Communication Issues and Advance Care Planning" (2005). Social Work. 26.
https://creativematter.skidmore.edu/soc_work_fac_schol/26
Abstract
OBJECTIVES:
To provide practical strategies to enhance the quality of communication in the palliative and end-of-life medical care settings.
DATA SOURCES:
Published articles, textbooks, and reports.
CONCLUSION:
The components of effective and compassionate care at the end of life require successful communication with patients, families, and members of the health care team. Unfortunately, few health care professionals are formally trained in communication skills.
IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING PRACTICE:
Nurses who possess self-awareness and are skilled in effective communication practices are integral to the provision of high-quality palliative care for patients and families coping with advanced malignancies.