Smiles behind the masks: A systematic review and narrative synthesis exploring how family members of seriously ill or dying patients are supported during infectious disease outbreaks.

Published in: Palliative medicine (2021)

Learning from previous infectious disease outbreaks about how family are supported can be translated to the current COVID-19 pandemic and future infectious disease outbreaks. Consistent, culturally sensitive and tailored plans should be clearly communicated to family members, including when any restrictions may be amended or additional supports provided when someone is dying.

Keyphrases

infectious diseases
end stage renal disease
palliative care
ejection fraction
chronic kidney disease
newly diagnosed
prognostic factors
smoking cessation
patient reported outcomes
risk assessment