Symptom management principles

This section provides practical suggestions for managing symptoms for palliative care patients. Information about valuable resources for clinical management is provided - this information is useful when complex or less frequently encountered symptoms are present.

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Assessing Guidelines
The Role of the Multidisciplinary Team
The Role of the Family Meeting
Relevant Assessment Tools
Symptom Management Principles
Communication in Challenging Situations
Transitions of Care from Cure to Palliation
Palliative Care for Advanced Malignant Diseases
Palliative Care of Non-Malignant Diseases
Advance Care Planning
Care of the Imminently Dying Person and After Death
The Role of Volunteers
Complementary Therapies