Relatório de estágio: o controlo sintomático em cuidados paliativos

Abstract

This work is intended to be a descriptive report of the 2nd cycle of studies of a master's degree in palliative care, based on a technical-scientific internship in a Palliative Care Service, in an inpatient setting, at the Instituto Português de Oncologia do Porto. The main aim of choosing to do an internship was to be able to put into practice the knowledge acquired previously in the 1st cycle of studies, in the area of nursing training, alongside a trained multidisciplinary team. The aim was to deepen my understanding of the importance of interdisciplinarity and a holistic approach to care, as well as to become more aware of the importance of psychosocial support in times of great vulnerability. This report is organized into three parts: theoretical framework, historical evolution and legislation in Portugal; characterization of the internship site and presentation of the objectives defined for it and the development of the theme I set out to develop, considered relevant to the development of skills: symptom control. Through this internship, I was able to acquire and deepen my knowledge and experience in the provision of nursing care in palliative care. Through direct observation of the interactions that are established and through action/practice, this internship allowed me to develop specific skills by recognizing and participating in the resolution of problem situations, with a critical spirit, participating in the elaboration of personalized care plans in collaboration with the team and the person with an advanced, incurable and progressive illness and their family/caregiver(s) of reference.