This quality standard (UK) covers care for adults (aged 18 and over) who are approaching the end of their life. This includes people who are likely to die within 12 months, people with advanced, progressive, incurable conditions and people with life-threatening acute conditions. It also includes support for their families and carers and care provided by health and social care staff in all settings is covered.
End of life care for adults. Quality standard [QS13]. NICE. Updated march 2017
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