Australian general practice experiences of implementing a structured approach to initiating advance care planning and palliative care: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Initiation of advance care planning (ACP) and palliative care (PC) assessments in general practice is key to quality end-of-life care. The Advance Project promotes a team-based approach to initiating ACP and PC needs assessment in general practices through training, resources and practical support for implementation from local primary health networks (PHNs). This paper aims to understand: (1) general practice participants' experiences of undertaking Advance Project training and implementing the Advance Project resources in their practices; (2) barriers and facilitators to implementation of Advance Project resources; and (3) PHN staff experiences of supporting general practices through training and practical support for implementation of the Advance Project resources.

SUBMITTER: Vilapakkam Nagarajan S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8961132 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature