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COVID-19 Increased The Focus on Advanced Care
Planning Discussions
• Early integration of palliative care translates into:
– Improved quality of life
– Improved mental health
– Understanding of Prognosis
– Decreased health service utilization
• Going forward, advanced care planning discussions should play an
increasing role in defining patient-centred care
• Clear documentation of patient goals of care in the medical record is
also increasingly important
1. Jiang DM, Berlin A, Moody L,. et al. Transitioning to a New Normal in the Post-COVID Era. Curr Oncol Rep. 2020;22:73.
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