Der Schmerz
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The implementation of the cross-sectional subject of palliative care (Q13) at medical faculties in Germany is heterogeneous. In faculties without a chair for palliative medicine, other solutions are needed. ⋯ With the new teaching concept, medical students feel well prepared for the treatment of terminally ill and dying patients. The combination of different learning formats with an interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral focus promotes education with a practical orientation.
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Epidermolysis bullosa (EB) is a rare genetic disease that soon becomes apparent after a child's birth. Mechanical stress in particular causes painful skin-blistering that potentially leads to numerous complications. Dressing materials fulfill important functions for children with EB: they help protect the skin, but create problems at the same time. ⋯ With their action-oriented expertise, parents can avoid additional skin damage caused during dressing changes. Here, the focus is on technical skills that lead to more comfort for the affected child and help parents to meet the challenge of dressing changes. Regarding the child's development, parents are continually confronted with new challenges and must adapt their old, or develop new, strategies.