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The Use of Standardized Patient Simulation for Interprofessional Teaching of Palliative Care Communication Skills
The Use of Standardized Patient Simulation for Interprofessional Teaching of Palliative Care Communication Skills
• Children who receive palliative care services are affected by illnesses that are different in nature and number from those that typically affect adult recipients.
• Interdisciplinary/Interprofessional teams are the norm:
• Special knowledge of pediatric developmental, psychological, social and spiritual dimensions round out the comprehensive palliative care of pediatric patients.
• Even symptom management requires unique assessment tools.
• http://www2.aap.org/sections/palliative