Nurse education today
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Palliative care is delivered in a number of settings, including nursing homes, where staff often have limited training in palliative care. ⋯ Qualified nursing home staff agree that palliative care is a valuable model for care in their setting. There are clear opportunities for improvement in nursing home care, based on education and training in palliative care. Results also support the need for enhanced liaison between nursing homes and specialist palliative care services.