British journal of nursing (Mark Allen Publishing)
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End-of-life care issues for people with advanced dementia have only recently been addressed in guidance. There appear to be barriers to accessing good palliative care for people in the terminal phase of the disease. ⋯ This article highlights common symptoms of advanced dementia, and the need for a palliative care approach. It also addresses specific issues in both caring for people with dementia at the end of their lives and in supporting carers.