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Trainee Distress When Faced with End-of-Life Care in Neurology: A Qualitative Analysis.

Karnig KazazianMarvin ChumTeneille E Gofton
Published in: The Canadian journal of neurological sciences. Le journal canadien des sciences neurologiques (2022)
Our results suggest that palliative neurology curricula should focus not only on symptom management but also on strategies for improving communication about prognosis and managing clinical uncertainty. Improving trainee comfort and confidence in neuropalliative care throughout the illness trajectory may alleviate sources of distress during training and increase quality of care.
Keyphrases
  • palliative care
  • quality improvement
  • healthcare
  • advanced cancer
  • pain management
  • health insurance