The Condensed Memorial Symptom Assessment Tool and palliative care referrals
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Amanda Mertens, SN, School of Nursing, Simmons University, Barrington, New Hampshire, USA
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Abstract
This is an evidence-based pilot study that implemented the Condensed Memorial Symptom Assessment Scale in a small community out-patient oncology department. The purpose was to see if having a screening tool in place increased palliative care referrals.
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2020-09-11T22:04:28Z
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Type | Poster |
Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
Format | Text-based Document |
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Evidence Level | N/A |
Research Approach | N/A |
Keywords | Evidence-based Research; Palliative Care; Screening Tools |
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Name | 31st International Nursing Research Congress |
Host | Sigma Theta Tau International |
Location | Virtual Event |
Date | 2020 |
Date | 2020 |
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