Multidisciplinary Palliative Care of Neuromuscular Disorders-CoursebookMultidisciplinary Palliative Care of NM Disorders

CoursebookMultidisciplinary Palliative Care of NM Disorders

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This document provides an overview of multidisciplinary palliative care for patients with neuromuscular disorders. It covers the objectives of palliative care, the composition of a multidisciplinary team, and the delivery of bad news. It also discusses the role of various healthcare professionals and the management of nutrition, swallowing, speech, and pain. The importance of psychological assessment and interventions is highlighted. The document also addresses topics such as immunizations, airway clearance, ventilation, and oxygen therapy. It emphasizes the need for regular monitoring and offers recommendations for interventions.

Keywords

multidisciplinary palliative care

neuromuscular disorders

objectives of palliative care

composition of a multidisciplinary team

delivery of bad news

healthcare professionals

management of nutrition

swallowing

pain

psychological assessment