concept   end-of-life care
culture   United States
statement   End-of-life care in the United States involves discussions about patient's wishes and may include hospice or palliative care.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 approach to end-of-life care United States Hospice care and palliative care are emphasized, aiming to improve quality of life for terminally ill patients 1
2 end-of-life care United States End-of-life care often involves discussions about and respect for the patient's wishes, including decisions about life-sustaining treatments. 1
3 end-of-life care United States Hospice care is commonly offered and considered a compassionate option for terminally ill patients. 1
4 palliative care United States Integrated into the healthcare system with focus on improving quality of life for terminally ill patients 1
5 palliative care United States Palliative care is a common approach to end-of-life care, focusing on improving the quality of life for patients with serious illnesses. 1