Palliative care in mechanical circulatory support: A systematic review

Abstract

This poster explores the current state of palliative care for individuals living with mechanical circulatory support (MCS) devices. The systematic review describes disparities in palliative resources for the MCS population. Findings reveal the need for nurse-led, patient centered research to improve quality of life for MCS patients and families.

Description

45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.

Authors

Tiffany Dzou
Huibrie C. Pieters
Carol L. Pavlish
Lynn V. Doering
Jo-Ann Eastwood

Author Details

Tiffany Dzou, RN, PHN, PCCN; Huibrie C. Pieters, PhD, DPhil, RN; Carol L. Pavlish, PhD, RN, FAAN; Lynn V. Doering, PhD, RN, FAAN; Jo-Ann Eastwood, PhD, RN, CNS, ACNP-BC, FAHA, FPCNA, FAAN - School of Nursing, University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA

Sigma Membership

Gamma Tau at-Large

Lead Author Affiliation

University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, USA

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Systematic Review

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Mechanical Circulatory Support, Palliative Care, Systematic Review

Recommended Citation

Dzou, Tiffany; Pieters, Huibrie C.; Pavlish, Carol L.; Doering, Lynn V.; and Eastwood, Jo-Ann, "Palliative care in mechanical circulatory support: A systematic review" (2019). Convention. 230.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/convention/2019/posters_2019/230

Conference Name

45th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Washington, DC, USA

Conference Year

2019

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