Nurses’ experiences of end-of-life communication with children who have life-threatening conditions in paediatric intensive care units: a qualitative descriptive study

Key Points

• Effective end-of-life communication is crucial in pediatric intensive care settings, impacting care delivery and emotional well-being.
• Findings highlight the emotional challenges and ethical considerations faced by nurses during these critical conversations.
• Qualitative descriptive study involved thematic analysis of nurses' experiences, providing rich insights into their perspectives and practices.
• Understanding these experiences may inform training and support initiatives for nurses dealing with end-of-life scenarios.