Facilitating the care of terminally Ill children.
Life-threatening illness is fortunately rare in children. Some children, however, will need palliative care for symptom control; psychological support may be needed by the child and the child's family; and families may require help with decisions about life-prolonging treatment. Providing consistent high-quality care for a relatively uncommon problem is difficult. Adult palliative care services, liaison with pediatricians can help provide this care.
McQuillan
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Holme Tower Marie Curie Centre, Penarth, South Glamorgan, United Kingdom.
Finlay
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D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D002662:Child Health Services; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D008297:Male; D010166:Palliative Care; D013727:Terminal Care