Vol. 2, Issue 6, Part J (2016)

Abstract
Background: Terminal illness is progressive, irreversible illness that despite care focused medical treatment. Terminal illness is a disease that cannot be cured or adequately treated and that is responsibly expected to result in the death of patient witin a short period of time. Palliative or terminal care is highly effective in managing pain and physical symptoms and can improve adherence to medications. It can and should be delivered with curative treatment that begins at the time of diagnosis. But palliative care goes much further than physical care. It is a holistic approach that improves the quality of life for patients and their families by addressing the psychosocial, legal and spiritual problems associated with life threatening illness.