With people being given more choice about where to die, it is important that healthcare professionals strive to assist a good death in all care settings. Death is a personal, spiritual and social event, which is unique to the individual. Nurses are in an ideal position to support the person who is dying and those who are important and close to them. There are many aspects to be considered in assisting a good death, including symptom management, compassionate communication and an understanding of what is important to the individual.
Nursing Standard. 28, 32, 51-57. doi: 10.7748/ns2014.04.28.32.51.e8562
Correspondence Peer reviewThis article has been subject to double blind peer review
Received: 08 November 2013
Accepted: 28 January 2014
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