Moving beyond the anecdotal. Identifying the need for evidence-based research in hospice and palliative care.

Full Abstract

The paucity of research in hospice and palliative care has resulted in the absence of a sound, scientific foundation for clinical practice. Most clinical practice performed in this area has not received systematic evaluation and therefore lacks scientific credibility. Many barriers exist, however, that present unique challenges for research with patients and families who have life-limiting illness. Evaluation of key components for the successful performance of interdisciplinary research and integration in clinical settings are explored.

Author information

Author/s: Prince-Paul, Maryjo (M); Daly, Barbara J (BJ);

Affiliation: Case Western Reserve University, Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing and Research Associate, Cleveland, OH, USA. mxp42(-atsign-)case.edu

Journal and publication information

Publication Type: Case Reports; Journal Article; Review

Journal: Home healthcare nurse (Home Healthc Nurse), published in United States. (Language: eng)

Reference: 2008-Apr; vol 26 (issue 4) : pp 214-9; quiz 220-1

Dates: Created 2008/04/29; Completed 2008/07/31;

PMID: 18408513, status: MEDLINE (last retrieval date: 2/18/2009, IMS Date: )

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