The aim of this study is to evaluate the acceptability, safety and efficiency of the Palliate intervention. The Palliate intervention is a nurse-led process that includes training and documentation materials to support lay carers in administering top up medications to loved ones at the end of life at home. The Palliate intervention was designed based on the CARiAD\* intervention using user testing and has been successfully piloted and rolled out in Central and North West London National Health Service (NHS) Foundation Trust. \*CARer-ADministration of as-needed sub-cutaneous medication for breakthrough symptoms in homebased dying patients.
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Timeframe: Through study completion per participant (≤ 5 weeks)