Attitudes and Dilemmas in Initiating Rehabilitation During Palliative Care: A Qualitative Study of Nurses and Physicians in Chinese Respiratory Intensive Care Units

Key Points

• The study aims to understand the attitudes and challenges faced by nurses and physicians in initiating rehabilitation during palliative care.
• Conducted qualitative interviews with nurses and physicians in respiratory intensive care units
• Examined communication practices and emotional distress among healthcare providers
• Identified barriers to implementing standardized rehabilitation protocols
• Nurses experience emotional distress due to unclear communication roles
• Standardized rehabilitation protocols are lacking in palliative care settings
• Communication training is suggested to better address family needs and expectations

Abstract