Explain the purpose of Advance Care Planning in relation to end of life care

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1.        Describe the benefits to an individual of having as much control as possible over their end of life care.

By discussing the care that an individual wishes with the care home you gain a more personalised approach to caring.  The individual also feels that they are more empowered and have more responsibility on how there care will be managed towards their end of life.

It allows carers to know how the individual sees their end of life needs and reduces the risk of distress and upset to the individual.

2.        Explain the purpose of Advance Care Planning in relation to end of life care

Advance care planning is to develop a better understanding and recording of their priorities, needs and preferences for the individual and those of their families/carers. This should support planning and provision of care and enable better planning ahead to best meet these needs. This philosophy of ‘hoping for the best but preparing for the worst’ enables a more proactive approach, and ensures that it is more likely that the right thing happens at the right time.  It allows for a detailed recording system that ensures that all parties that are involved in supporting the individual are aware of what they can do to comfort and understand the requests of the individual.  It is there for the individual to add additional information to which can be used to review other documents like care plans and advanced directives. If advance care planning is started early enough then this may aid in later life if mental issues become a concern.

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Questions could be:

If their condition deteriorates where would they prefer as a place of care – care home, hospital or family home.

What would they not like to happen – to be resuscitated?

Do they have any particular items that they wish around them at the end of life period?

Do they have and spiritual or religious requirements at end of life?

3.        Describe own role in supporting and recording decisions about advance care planning.

My role could be in being aware of the requests of the individual and if during any talks they have additional requests ...

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A good and thoughtful essay that addresses a difficult topic. The writer has considered different aspects that are connected to palliative care. The work could be extended by trying to explain why it is so important. They could also try and explain how a care worker might address these issues. ****