STEP 7: End-of-life care
Palliative care
Consider a referral to palliative care. Ensure an advance care directive is in place.
Communication
The lead clinician’s responsibilities include:
- being open about the prognosis and discussing palliative care options with the patient
- establishing transition plans to ensure the patient’s needs and goals are considered in the appropriate environment.
Checklist
- Supportive care needs assessed and referrals to allied health and community support services as required
- Patient referred to palliative care
- Advance care directive in place