This study, carried out in Northern Ireland searched the literature to understand more of the role of healthcare assistants (HCA's) in community out of hours palliative care. Only 6 papers were identified. Findings from the study highlighted a lack of previous research in relation to the role and contribution of HCA's, evidence that they play an integral role in the delivery of end of life care, and their role is currently hidden and undervalued.
The roles, responsibilities and practices of healthcare assistants in out-of-hours community palliative care: A systematic scoping review. Palliative Medicine, 34 (8) p 976-988.
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