CURRENT STATUS OF PALLIATIVE CARE IN PAKISTAN: A NURSING PERSPECTIVE NARRATIVE LITERATURE REVIEW

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  • Khalid Khan Postgraduate program, Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Indonesia, Depok, Indonesia
  • Murad Ali United College of Nursing and Health Sciences, District Swat, Pakistan

Abstract

Palliative care in Pakistan remains underdeveloped, with limited access, minimal policy support, and low public awareness. Nurses are key providers of holistic care; however, their roles are often restricted by inadequate training and systemic barriers. This review assesses the current state of palliative care in Pakistan, with a focus on nursing roles, challenges, and future directions. A narrative literature review was conducted using PubMed, Scopus, CINAHL, and Google Scholar for studies published in English between 2010 and 2025 with the keywords “Palliative care” AND “Nursing” AND “Pakistan.” The review identified limited palliative care services, scarce education programs, and weak policy frameworks. However, new training initiatives and policy developments indicate gradual progress. Strengthening nursing education, national guidelines, and research support are essential to improve palliative care delivery and ensure quality, compassionate care for patients and families in Pakistan.

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2025-12-31

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Vol. 9 No. 3 (2025): JURNAL KEPERAWATAN WIDYA GANTARI INDONESIA (JKWGI)

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