Not for the Faint of Heart: Caring for Patients with Advanced Heart Failure (P18)

Today,  people are living longer with heart disease while its prevalence is increasing. Historical trends that have limited the integration of palliative care in cardiology and HF care are shifting. Over the last 10 years, there has been growing evidence to support palliative care interventions for HF pat ients and their families, as well as integrating interdisciplinary HF, palliative care, and hospice. Patients with HF require complex pharmacological and self-care regimens to control symptoms and prevent recurrent hospitalizations.
Source: Journal of Pain and Symptom Management - Category: Palliative Care Authors: Source Type: research