Cultural Challenges in Implementing Palliative Programs in Emerging Countries

Authors

  • Gulcin Senel
  • Michael Silbermann

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17140/pmhcoj-se-1-101

Keywords:

Palliative care, End-of-life, Challenges, Culture, Patient, Family

Abstract

Special Edition 1 Clinical approach of palliative care is beneficial during an individual’s journey with illness, and Article Ref. #: 1000PMHCOJSE1101 can be utilized through many care settings by all members of the health care team. Many com- plex cultural issues can affect the patient and the families during the course of a life-threatening Article History illness. Palliative care services in all countries need to be delivered in a way that meets the Received: March 6th, 2017 cultural and spiritual needs of its people. Accepted: April 7th, 2017 Published: April 10th, 2017

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Published

2017-08-03

How to Cite

Senel, G., & Silbermann, M. (2017). Cultural Challenges in Implementing Palliative Programs in Emerging Countries. Palliative Medicine and Hospice Care, 3(3), S1-S3. https://doi.org/10.17140/pmhcoj-se-1-101

Issue

Vol. 3 (2017): Special Edition 1

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