A meta-synthesis on the older adults' perspective of advance care planning.

Jia Min Shvonn TangBi Xia Bernadynn Bessandra CherSu-Fee LimRosalind Chiew Jiat Siah

Published in: Journal of clinical nursing (2023)

Healthcare professionals could maintain close communication with older adults and families periodically to evaluate their readiness to discuss advance care planning to improve their preparedness. Healthcare professionals could also provide psychological support during the discussion of clinical decision-making to enhance readiness and confidence among older adults and their families.

Keyphrases

advance care planning
decision making
physical activity
public health
depressive symptoms