What are some key understandings?

What are some of the key understandings involved when using the palliative approach in relation to the care of clients and their family?

key understandings for palliative care of end of life patients, include patience, respect of one's and family's needs and desires, comfort measures, avoidance of aggresive management, etc. you could get more specific questions for yourself by reaching a local hospice, good luck

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