Parental perspectives on the clinician's approach to serious illness communication: A qualitative study.
Nicholas MillsMegan ChapmanIngrid SutherlandLynn GillamAnna CollinsPublished in: Palliative & supportive care (2023)
This study provides novel insights into the perspectives of parents of children with life-limiting conditions that inform how clinicians may best approach serious illness communication. The findings highlight the need for clinicians working in pediatric health care to be cognizant of parents' needs before and during conversations. Laying the foundation for quality communication is important alongside the approaches outlined that aid in the delivery of information.