ISSN:
1433-7339
Keywords:
Key words Palliative care unit
;
Hospice
;
General practitioner
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Medicine
Notes:
Abstract The goal of this study was to investigate why GPs have little or no involvement in the medical process relating to any of their patients when they are admitted to a palliative care unit (PCU) and what solutions they suggest. The study took the form of a descriptive pilot study based on a short questionnaire. It emerged that GPs felt their involvement was influenced by their job description, by practical factors (time investment, distance between practice and PCU, remuneration, referral) and personal issues (e.g. dealing with dying). It is concluded that GPs need education in palliative/supportive care and approved remuneration as well as knowledge about their task in the PCU.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s005200050306
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