18/03/2020
The research bulletin for March is now available
02/03/2020
The T34 guideline title has been updated to reflect that the content of the guideline relates only to Version 2 of the CME T34 Syringe Pump.
Operating features of the new Version 3 syringe pump, which some NHS Boards are using, differ to the Version 2 syringe pump. These guidelines apply to version 2 of the CME.
Covid-19 - Our Response
To support professionals in the provision of care to patients who are approaching the end of life during the current Covid-19 outbreak, two interim guidelines are being developed.
Scottish Palliative Care Guidelines
The Scottish Palliative Care Guidelines reflect a consensus of opinion about good practice in the management of adult patients with life limiting illness. They are designed for healthcare professionals from any care setting who are involved in supporting people with a palliative life-limiting condition.
The guidelines have been developed by a multidisciplinary group of professionals working in the community, hospital and specialist palliative care services throughout Scotland supported by Healthcare Improvement Scotland.
Adherence to guideline recommendations will not ensure a successful outcome in every case. It is the responsibility of all professionals to exercise clinical judgement in the management of individual patients. Palliative care specialists occasionally use or recommend other drugs, doses or drug combinations.
The online version of the guidelines contains the most up to date information. Printed versions cannot be considered to be current.
Updates and amendments made to the online guidelines will be detailed in the News and Updates section.
Selected guidelines are available as a mobile app for iPhone and Android and the content of the apps is in the process of being updated in accordance with the website. Visit the Mobile App page for more information and how to access.