[UK] Key themes and approaches in palliative and end-of-life care education for the general public: A systematic review

[UK] Key themes and approaches in palliative and end-of-life care education for the general public: A systematic review
BMC Palliative Care; by Muzeyyen Seckin, Rumandeep Tiwana, David Fry, Cara Bailey; 8/25
These [twenty] studies involved a total of 10,307 participants and identified 16 different educational programmes for the public, volunteers, and lay caregivers. The analysis revealed six main themes: foundational concepts and philosophies, communication and decision-making, planning and preparation, symptom management, end-of-life care practices, and caregiving support. This review highlights the importance of training programmes to improve community involvement in caregiving and enhance the quality of care for individuals with life-limiting conditions. Expanding access to such educational resources can empower more people to contribute confidently to end-of-life care in their communities.