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July 15, 2026Nursing Standard

Effective communication in palliative and end of life care

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ARA M RedwoodLALynda Appleton

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This article discusses communication strategies and frameworks to improve patient care in palliative environments, suggesting implications for nursing practice.

Key Points

  • The aim is to explore the role of communication as a therapeutic intervention in palliative and end of life care.
  • Analyzed various evidence-based models and frameworks for communication in palliative care.
  • Examined best practices to support nurses and their communication with patients and families.
  • Considered self-care strategies for nurses working in challenging emotional contexts.
  • Identified key communication strategies that enhance patient and family experiences during end of life care.
  • Highlighted the necessity of frameworks for guiding nurses in effective communication.
  • Emphasized the importance of nurses' self-care to maintain their well-being while supporting others.

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Redwood et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a57245a88b21df875480cd4https://doi.org/10.7748/ns.2026.e12684
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