Palliative and end-of-life care conversations in COPD: a systematic literature review

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic life-limiting disorder characterised by persistent airflow obstruction and progressive breathlessness. Discussions/conversations between patients and clinicians ensure palliative care plans are grounded in patients' preferences. This sys...

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Main Authors: Nuno Tavares, Nikki Jarrett, Katherine Hunt, Tom Wilkinson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: European Respiratory Society 2017-04-01
Series:ERJ Open Research
Online Access:http://openres.ersjournals.com/content/3/2/00068-2016.full