期刊
PSYCHO-ONCOLOGY
卷 21, 期 9, 页码 913-921出版社
WILEY
DOI: 10.1002/pon.2099
关键词
cancer; oncology; palliative care; nutrition; hydration; beliefs; qualitative research
资金
- Vicerrectoria Adjunta de Investigacion y Doctorado
- Direccion General de Pastoral y Cultura Cristiana of the Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile [DGP07-PBC017]
- International Association for Hospice and Palliative Care (IAHPC)
Background Decrease in oral intake, weight loss, and muscular weakness in the last phases of a terminal illness, particularly in the context of the cachexiaanorexia syndrome, can be an important source of anxiety for the triad of patient, family, and health staff. Methods The present literature review examines the emotional impact of reduced oral intake as well as perceptions and attitudes toward assisted nutrition and hydration for terminally ill patients1 at the end of life, among patients, family, and health care staff. We have identified the ways in which emotional and cultural factors influence decision-making about assisted nutrition and hydration. Results Lack of information and misperceptions of medically assisted nutrition and hydration can play a predominant role in the decision to begin or suspend nutritional or hydration support. Conclusions Our literature review reveals that these social, emotional, and clinical misperception elements should be considered in the decision-making processes to help the triad develop functional forms of care at this final stage of life. Copyright (c) 2011 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
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