Attitudes and practices of hospice physicians regarding palliative sedation: a cross-sectional descriptive study.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The primary aim of this study was to assess the attitudes and practices of Chinese hospice physicians involved in palliative sedation, with an additional focus on exploring factors associated with the experience of palliative sedation.

Design

A cross-sectional study using a web-based structured questionnaire.

Setting and participants

With the support of the Hospice Committee of the Chinese Anti-Cancer Association, this study employed a convenience sampling method to survey hospice physicians nationwide. Subsequently, a total of 550 questionnaires were distributed via email.

Outcome measures

Physicians' attitudes and practices regarding palliative sedation.

Results

The statistical analysis was based on 449 valid responses. Among them, 252 had no

SUBMITTER: Chen M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12519353 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature