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Journey of Providing Care in Hospice: Perspectives of Occupational Therapists

Hafsa Rahman

Providence Everett Medical Center, Everett, Washington.

The purpose of this study was to explore the perspectives of occupational therapists with regard to their role in hospice and to examine whether occupational therapists experienced a conflict in supporting the dual status of living and dying for individuals with terminal illness. A qualitative analysis revealed the following themes: tuning in and comfort care, loss, working toward death, journey with patient, team player, use of occupational therapy, and dichotomous role. These themes demonstrated that occupational therapists played a significant role in hospice, helping individuals with terminal illness to live life fully and comfortably while facing death. The study found that occupational therapists used a holistic approach in their work by addressing the physical, social, emotional, and spiritual aspects of care.

Qualitative Health Research, Vol. 10, No. 6, 806-818 (2000)
DOI: 10.1177/104973200129118831
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