Articles: palliative-care.
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J Pain Symptom Manage · Jun 2022
ReviewApplication of Critical Race Theory in Palliative Care Research: A Scoping Review.
Structural racism negatively impacts individuals and populations. In the medical literature, including that of palliative care, structural racism's influence on interracial differences in outcomes remains poorly examined. Examining the contribution of structural racism to outcomes is paramount to promoting equity. ⋯ Palliative care research frequently highlights racial differences in outcomes. Articles that examine racial differences often assume that differences need to be fixed but posit reasons for differences without the narratives of those most affected by them.
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J Pain Symptom Manage · Jun 2022
Delphi Method to Develop a Palliative Care Tool for Children and Families in Sub-Saharan Africa.
In sub-Saharan Africa, there is no standardized approach to pediatric palliative care assessment. Because of this, there is a critical demand for evidence-based assessment tools that identify the specialized needs of children and their families requiring palliative care in developing countries. ⋯ The Delphi method was an effective tool to develop a consensus on a PPC assessment tool to use with children and their families in sub-Saharan Africa. This standardized approach will enable the collection of data to drive outcomes and research.