Systematic review of general practice end-of-life symptom control.

Geoffrey K MitchellHugh E SeniorClaire E JohnsonJulia Fallon-FergusonBriony WilliamsLeanne MonterossoJoel J RheePeta McVeyMatthew P GrantMichèle AubinHarriet Tg NwachukwuPatsy M Yates

Published in: BMJ supportive & palliative care (2018)

It is essential that GPs receive regular education and training, and exposure to EoLC from an early stage in their careers to ensure skill and confidence. Research into the role of GPNs in symptom control needs to occur.

Keyphrases

general practice
systematic review
early stage
primary care
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meta analyses
randomized controlled trial
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