Background Globally, palliative care services do not meet demand. The World Health Organisation reports that 14% of people who need palliative care currently receive it. Moreover, the increase in chronic disease prevalence will result in the need for services to continue to grow. In Ireland, to help manage this demand, it is recommended that all physiotherapists should be able to deliver basic palliative care to patients diagnosed with life-limiting illnesses.
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