Improving Palliative Care in Rural Communities
An article published in the American Journal of Nursing explores the unique challenges of providing palliative care in rural areas, where there is often limited access to health care, nutritious food, and clean water, in addition to geographical barriers. The article presents the CARE (Complex, Access, Resourceful, Extraordinary) framework to inform the development of palliative care in these communities. The innovative solutions address gaps in care, and more, including telehealth and community engagement to ensure effective care and improve quality of life for patients.