Care of the dying patient: the last hours or days of life.

@article{Ellershaw2003CareOT,
  title={Care of the dying patient: the last hours or days of life.},
  author={John Ellershaw and Chris Ward},
  journal={BMJ : British Medical Journal},
  year={2003},
  volume={326},
  pages={30 - 34}
}
Evidence based guidelines on symptom control, psychological support, and bereavement are available to facilitate a “good death” 
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