Managing ‘just in case’ medicines at end of life: Anticipatory medicines can cause distress as well as offer relief, but a study has tips for optimising their use

Managing ‘just in case’ medicines at end of life Anticipatory medicines can cause distress as well as offer relief, but a study has tips for optimising their use

The complexities of making anticipatory medications available for people nearing the end of life at home are highlighted in our new research. The findings have many messages for nurses caring for people in their last days.

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Published in:Cancer nursing practice Vol. 22; no. 2; p. 10
Main Author: Bowers, Ben
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: London RCNi 01-02-2022
Subjects:
Cancer
Drug administration
Nursing care
Palliative care
Prescriptions
Symptom management
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Summary:The complexities of making anticipatory medications available for people nearing the end of life at home are highlighted in our new research. The findings have many messages for nurses caring for people in their last days.
ISSN:1475-4266
2047-8933
DOI:10.7748/cnp.22.2.10.s4