Māoriend-of-life care in the intensive care unit: A qualitative exploration of nursing perspectives

Autor: Taylor, Ellie, Moeke-Maxwell, Tess, Anderson, Natalie E.
Zdroj: Australian Critical Care; 20230101, Issue: Preprints
Abstrakt: Although goals of care for intensive care patients are typically focused on restoration of health, 8-15% of patients will die in the intensive care unit, or soon after transfer to a ward. Early recognition of the need for end-of-life care is vital to identify and support the wishes of the patient and needs of their family. In Aotearoa, New Zealand Māoriare over-represented in admissions to intensive care units. Enabling nursing staff to provide culturally safe care to Māoripatients and whānau(family, including extended family, kin) at the end of life is critical to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi requirements and providing equitable care. This qualitative study explores the experiences of both Māoriand non-Māoriintensive care nurses, in providing end-of-life care for Māoripatients and their whānau.
Databáze: Supplemental Index