Improving the Transition to Palliative Care for Patients With Acute Leukemia: A Coordinated Care Approach
Conclusions: Implementing the individualized care plan program was associated with better communication and accessibility of documented palliative treatment goals for patients with AML.
Implications for Practice: This study establishes a model of care that addresses symptom and disease burden in end-stage AML and provides valuable insight into the patient and family understanding of treatment intent during this terminal phase.
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