Palliative Care
/ˈpæl.i.ə.tɪv kɛər/
Definitions
- (n.) Medical and supportive care focusing on relief from symptoms and stress of serious illness, often relevant in health law and patient rights contexts.
The court considered whether the patient's access to palliative care was adequately provided under the healthcare statute.
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- palliative care
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Commentary
In legal settings, palliative care is significant for issues involving patient consent, healthcare obligations, and rights to adequate medical treatment.
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