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Review
. 2014 Nov;30(4):280-6.
doi: 10.1016/j.soncn.2014.08.010.

Palliative care communication

Elaine Wittenberg-Lyles, Joy Goldsmith, Christine Small Platt
Review

Palliative care communication

Elaine Wittenberg-Lyles et al. Semin Oncol Nurs. 2014 Nov.

Abstract

Objectives: To summarize the challenges of teaching, practicing, and learning palliative care communication and offer resources for improving skills and educating others.

Data sources: A theoretically grounded, evidence-based communication curriculum called COMFORT (Communication, Orientation and opportunity, Mindful presence, Family, Openings, Relating, and Team).

Conclusion: The COMFORT curriculum is available for free through a Web site, a smartphone/iPad application, and online for continuing education units.

Implications for nursing practice: The COMFORT curriculum provides resources to support the expansion and inclusion of palliative care practice not only in oncology, but also in a wide variety of disease contexts.

Keywords: Palliative care; communication; communication education; nurse communication.

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