Journal of advanced nursing
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To assess the incidence of voluntary stopping of eating and drinking (VSED) in long-term care and to gain insights into the attitudes of long-term care nurses about the VSED. ⋯ Voluntary stopping of eating and drinking is much discussed interprofessional, but there is a lack of knowledge on how this is perceived in the context of long-term care and about the incidence of the phenomenon. Voluntary stopping of eating and drinking is rare but noticeable end-of-life practises that is considered by professionals to be mainly dignified and peaceful, although moral concerns make it difficult to accompany. These findings call on long-term care institutions to discuss VSED as an end-of-life practice. Positioning on the issue provides clarity for staff and patients and promotes to develop standardized care. International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID): DERR1-10.2196/10358.