What Should Palliative Care ’s Response be to the COVID-19 Epidemic?

COVID-19 is anticipated to spread widely in the United States by the end of 2020.(1) Widespread transmission of COVID-19 in the United States could translate into large numbers of people needing medical care at the same time. This will push many health systems to the point of rationing limited resources such as ICU beds and life sustaining machinery, as has occurred in Italy.(2) Patients and their families at the peak of the pandemic will face symptoms, emotional distress, and decision-making in the face of uncertainty and limited options.
Source: Journal of Pain and Symptom Management - Category: Palliative Care Authors: Tags: Letter Source Type: research