Palliative Care Services in the NeuroICU: Opportunities and Persisting Barriers.

Michael MorrisEmily L MrozCristina PopescuJacqueline Baron-LeeKatharina M Busl

Published in: The American journal of hospice & palliative care (2021)

Despite benefits of palliative care and an in-hospital hospice opportunity, we identified lack of referral, and particularly delays in referral to services as significant barriers. Our study highlights these as missed opportunities for patients and families to receive maximum benefits from these services. Future research should solidify triggers for EOL services in this setting.

Keyphrases

palliative care
primary care
healthcare
advanced cancer
mental health
end stage renal disease
chronic kidney disease
newly diagnosed
ejection fraction
affordable care act
peritoneal dialysis
prognostic factors
emergency department
patient reported outcomes