Multi-disciplinary supportive end of life care in long-term care: an integrative approach to improving end of life.

Background: Optimal supportive end of life care for frail, older adults in long term care (LTC) homes involves symptom management, family participation, advance care plans, and organizational support. This 2-phase study aimed to combine multi-disciplinary opinions, build group consensus, and identify the top interventions needed to develop a supportive end of life care strategy for LTC.

Methods: A consensus-building approach was undertaken in 2 Phases.