OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this study was to systematically review the empiric evidence
on end-of-life care in nursing homes in the United States The guiding research question for …

Approximately 20% of deaths in the United States occur in nursing homes. That percentage
is expected to increase as the population continues to age. As a setting for end-of-life care …

As in other Western countries, most Norwegian nursing home patients are suffering from
multi-pathological conditions and a large majority of them will die in the nursing home. End …

Objective Pilot study to examine the experiences of the certified nursing assistants (CNAs) in
Colorado nursing homes. Background Data CNAs provide 80% to 90% of the care to …

The study aimed to explore the views of care home staff (CHS) and community nurses (CNs)
on providing end-of-life care (EOLC) in care homes. Participants were randomly selected …

OBJECTIVE: Communication regarding end-of-life care is frequently perceived as
suboptimal, despite the intent of both health care providers and patients. We interviewed …

The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore spiritual care for dying nursing home
residents from the perspectives of registered nurses, practical nurses, certified nursing …

Aim. To report the findings of a study exploring the views and experiences of care home
resident's family on Dignity Therapy. Background. As the proportion of older people dying in …

The goals of palliative care address critical issues for individuals with complex and serious
illness residing in nursing homes, including pain and symptom management …

The actual experience of dying in the United States is far different from the expressed
desires of most Americans. Although most Americans express a preference for dying at …