ACTION: Advance care planning – een innovative palliative care intervention to improve quality of life in oncology Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Advanced cancer typically involves multiple symptoms and seriously affects patients´ quality of life. Anxiety and depression are common. Medical care for patients with advanced cancer should be aimed at symptom control, psychosocial support, spiritual needs, and practical issues. Patients' preferences regarding care should be central. Open and respectful communication are of key importance, but have been found to be a challenge for health care ...