Journal of palliative medicine
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Palliative medication kits for home use were developed in order to extend the period of time terminally ill patients might be cared for in their homes. ⋯ Palliative medication kits are a simple and effective way of anticipating and addressing comfort and symptom control for dying patients being cared for in the community. These kits can avert institutional crisis admissions, extend the period of time patients can be cared for in their homes and may increase the likelihood of a home death.