Palliative care in mechanical circulatory support: A systematic review
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Tiffany Dzou, RN, PHN, PCCN; Huibrie C. Pieters, PhD, DPhil, RN; Carol L. Pavlish, PhD, RN, FAAN; Lynn V. Doering, PhD, RN, FAAN; Jo-Ann Eastwood, PhD, RN, CNS, ACNP-BC, FAHA, FPCNA, FAAN - School of Nursing, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, USA
This poster explores the current state of palliative care for individuals living with mechanical circulatory support (MCS) devices. The systematic review describes disparities in palliative resources for the MCS population. Findings reveal the need for nurse-led, patient centered research to improve quality of life for MCS patients and families.
45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.
| Type | Poster |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
| Format | Text-based Document |
| Evidence Level | Systematic Review |
| Research Approach | N/A |
| Keywords | Mechanical Circulatory Support; Palliative Care; Systematic Review |
| Name | 45th Biennial Convention |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
| Location | Washington, DC, USA |
| Date | 2019 |
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