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REFLECTIVE PRAXIS IN PALLIATIVE CARE: A CAREGIVER'S PERSPECTIVE

Ana Beatriz da Silva·João Carlos Ferreira Souza
Published 19 February 2025
Vol. 11, No. 1 (2023)
pp. 43-58
CC BY 4.0
  1. 1
    Ana Beatriz da Silva
    Faculdades Pequeno Príncipe Medical Students
    BR
  2. 2
    João Carlos Ferreira Souza
    Master Student of the Health Sciences Teaching Program at Faculdades Pequeno Príncipe
    BR

The concept of palliative care, rooted in the historical use of the term "pallium" as a protective cloak, embodies a profound mission of protection and accompaniment for individuals facing life-threatening illnesses. The World Health Organization's (WHO) 2002 definition of palliative care underscores its role in enhancing the quality of life for patients and their families confronting the challenges associated with life-threatening conditions. This approach centers on the prevention and alleviation of suffering through early identification, impeccable assessment, and the treatment of not only physical pain but also psychological and spiritual distress. When confronted with the impending reality of death, patients express clear preferences that align with the core principles of palliative care. They seek knowledge about what to anticipate, the sense of preparedness for the journey ahead, control over pain and symptoms, and the preservation of meaningful connections with their loved ones. Ultimately, they strive for a sense of fulfillment, a conclusion of life's mission

JournalColumbia Journal of Health Sciences and Nursing
ISSN2998-8179
Volume / IssueVol. 11, No. 1 (2023)
Pages43-58
Published19 February 2025
Access Open Access
LicenseCC BY 4.0 — reuse with attribution
PublisherKeith Publications
Silva, A., Souza, J. (2025). REFLECTIVE PRAXIS IN PALLIATIVE CARE: A CAREGIVER'S PERSPECTIVE. Columbia Journal of Health Sciences and Nursing, Vol. 11 No. 1, pp. 43-58

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