A Rapid Review on the Management of Constipation for Hospice and Palliative Care Patients.
Journal
Journal of hospice and palliative nursing : JHPN : the official journal of the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association
ISSN: 1539-0705
Titre abrégé: J Hosp Palliat Nurs
Pays: United States
ID NLM: 100887419
Informations de publication
Date de publication:
22 Apr 2024
22 Apr 2024
Historique:
medline:
23
4
2024
pubmed:
23
4
2024
entrez:
22
4
2024
Statut:
aheadofprint
Résumé
Constipation is a distressing symptom that has a high prevalence in patients receiving hospice and palliative care services, particularly in cases of opioid use. A thorough assessment, root cause analysis, monitoring, and prophylactic approach are essential for symptom management and quality of life. This rapid review assessed studies published between 2018 and 2023 to identify strategies implemented by health care professionals to prevent and/or mitigate this distressing symptom. We identified 12 articles that addressed constipation in palliative and end-of-life settings and reported on the need for multifactorial management approaches with a focus on patient-centered care that includes the caregiver(s). Bedside nurses play a key role in assessing, identifying, and managing constipation. Proper documentation and communication with the interdisciplinary team help direct earlier intervention and ongoing awareness of constipation issues. Additional research is needed on specific tools and enhanced guidelines to ensure constipation is frequently addressed and preemptively managed.
Identifiants
pubmed: 38648625
doi: 10.1097/NJH.0000000000001029
pii: 00129191-990000000-00131
doi:
Types de publication
Journal Article
Langues
eng
Sous-ensembles de citation
IM
Informations de copyright
Copyright © 2024 by The Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association. All rights reserved.
Déclaration de conflit d'intérêts
The authors have no conflicts of interest to disclose.
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