Development and Use of the 'SENS'-Structure to Proactively Identify Care Needs in Early Palliative Care-An Innovative Approach

Healthcare
Monica C FliednerSteffen Eychmueller

Abstract

Anticipatory planning for end of life requires a common language for discussion among patients, families, and professionals. Studies show that early Palliative Care (PC) interventions based on a problem-oriented approach can improve quality of life, support decision-making, and optimize the timing of medical treatment and transition to hospice services. The aim of this quality-improvement project was to develop a pragmatic structure meeting all clinical settings and populations needs. Based on the Medical Research Council (MRC) framework, a literature review identifying approaches commonly used in PC was performed. In addition, more than 500 hospital-based interprofessional consultations were analyzed. Identified themes were structured and compared to published approaches. We evaluated the clinical usefulness of this structure with an online survey among professionals. The emerged 'SENS'-structure stands for: Symptoms patients suffer from; End-of-life decisions; Network around the patient delivering care; and Support for the carer. Evaluation among professionals has confirmed that the 'SENS'-structure covers all relevant areas for anticipatory planning in PC. 'SENS' is useful in guiding patient-centered PC conversations and pra...Continue Reading

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