You have completed the interprofessional palliative care module. Thank you!
Your Reflections
Module Completion
Question 1: Considering the intake information you have so far, from the point of view of your profession, list 3-5 issues you would want to address in the evaluation and care of this patient
Your Reflection : 1. Pain management
2. Psychosocial needs
3. Loss of appetite
4. Constipation
5. Recurrence of cancer
Question 2: What are the spiritual and cultural challenges that arise in this case? From your professional perspective, how would you take these into account when caring for Mrs. Green and her family?
Your Reflection : A spiritual and cultural challenge that arises from the case is the patient focusing on not losing faith in God, even though she is tired of fighting and in pain. This stresses the patient. As a nurse, it's important to take into account how patients handle their needs (ex. pain) while following what they believe in.
Question 3: What was accomplished by having an interprofessional family meeting that may not have been achieved otherwise?
Your Reflection : It put everyone in the room at the same time, which allowed the statements, comments, questions, and concerns at the same time. This allowed for the healthcare team to actually dissect the concerns from the daughter and green by using their expertise in their own field.
Question 4: What input from each team member did you notice to be beneficial in the care of this patient?
Your Reflection : Telling the family to tell their mom how much they love her, sharing memories, reading her favorite books, and spending quality family time.