Advancing Hospice Care: A Scoping Review of Decision-Support Tools in End-of-Life
2024
Advancing Hospice Care: A Scoping Review of Decision-Support Tools in End-of-Life
Sample size: 30
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Beltran Susanny, Harvey Shanelle
Primary Institution: University of Central Florida
Hypothesis
How can decision-support tools improve end-of-life care outcomes?
Conclusion
Decision-support tools have the potential to enhance decision-making in end-of-life care, but their integration needs improvement.
Supporting Evidence
- Decision-support tools can improve end-of-life care outcomes.
- Barriers to effective use include limited generalizability and late referrals.
- Facilitators for better use include user-friendly interfaces and training for healthcare providers.
Takeaway
This study looked at tools that help doctors make better decisions for patients at the end of their lives, showing that these tools can help but need to be used better.
Methodology
A scoping review of decision-support tools in end-of-life care was conducted using databases like MEDLINE and PsycInfo.
Limitations
Limited generalizability of the research and late referrals were common barriers.
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