Palliative Care: More than end-of-life care (S2 Ep4)

In this episode, the team is joined by St John WA Extended Care Paramedic Lead Pat O'Dal to explore the role of palliative care in paramedicine and the broader health system.  They discuss what palliative care really means, challenging the common misconception that it is simply end-of-life care. The conversation focuses on providing patient-centred care, supporting quality of life, and understanding how treatment goals can differ depending on the wishes of patients and their families, whether that involves prolonging life through treatment or focusing on comfort.  A thoughtful discussion on the evolving role of paramedicine in palliative care, and how greater understanding, education and patient-centred decision-making can help deliver the right care, in the right place, at the right time.    Resources for clinicians mentioned in this episode:   Palliative Care Education  End-Of-Life Essentials Education