Module 2: Direct Comprehensive Primary Care in the LTC Setting
20 2.2.2 Caring for Individuals with Life Limiting Illness
A progressive, life-limiting illness is an illness that:
- Affects a person’s health and quality of life
- Gets worse over time
- Can lead to death in the near future
Examples of Life Limiting Illness includes:
Considerations include:
- Early identification, assessment, discussions and education
- Advanced care planning
- Individualized, person-centred plan
- Psychosocial aspects of care
- Caregiver support
- Timely access to palliative care