Palliative care provision for older people in care homes.

There is a paucity of research in relation to district nurses' (DNs) experiences of palliative care provision in adult care homes (CHs) despite their substantial involvement. The aim of this study was to demonstrate the current involvement of DNs in CHs and identify the potential implications for future practice in providing palliative care in this setting. The findings suggested that even experienced DNs, wanted support and education about when to commence palliative care.