A Proposed Model for Perinatal Palliative Care.

Authors :: Cole JCM
Moldenhauer JS
Jones TR
Shaughnessy EA
Zarrin HE
Coursey AL
Munson DA
Source :: Journal of obstetric, gynecologic, and neonatal nursing : JOGNN [J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs] 2017 Nov - Dec; Vol. 46 (6), pp. 904-911. Date of Electronic Publication: 2017 Jun 08.
Publication Year :: 2017
Abstract: Perinatal palliative care allows for an active partnership among a pregnant woman, her family, and her multidisciplinary treatment team and addresses her specialized medical care, emotional, social, and familial needs when a life-limiting fetal diagnosis is confirmed. The purpose of this article is to highlight the multidisciplinary care model used within a perinatal palliative care program. A case study provides a unique perspective on support needed for parents who anticipate that their newborn may die before or shortly after birth.<br /> (Copyright © 2017 AWHONN, the Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)