Use of palliative care services in a semirural program in British Columbia
Utilisation des services de soins palliatifs dans un programme semi-rural en Colombie-Britannique
Diane E. Allan, Shelly Waskiewich, Kelli I. Stajdubar, Darcee Bidgood
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ISSN Number: 12037796
Language: English/French
Format: PDF
Pages: 11–16
Content Summary
This article examines the use of palliative care services in a semirural program at the Saanich Peninsula Hospital in British Columbia. The study analyzed data from 2005 to 2006, revealing that the majority of palliative care admissions were local residents or transfers from other hospital units. Despite the availability of services, challenges remain in meeting the end-of-life needs of residents, highlighting the importance of incorporating patient and family feedback in future program development. The findings underscore the relevance of palliative care in rural medicine, emphasizing the need for accessible and culturally appropriate care.