The prognostication problem

Home Healthc Nurse. 2001 Sep;19(9):535-6. doi: 10.1097/00004045-200109000-00008.

Abstract

With increased focus on end-of-life care; prognosis may be finally receiving the attention it deserves. Hopefully, this will result in further research, the development of effective tools, and adequate education and training related to prognostication.

MeSH terms

  • Clinical Competence
  • Disease Progression
  • Home Care Services
  • Hospices / methods*
  • Humans
  • Life Expectancy*
  • Nursing Assessment*
  • Predictive Value of Tests
  • Prognosis