Table 1 Overview of the essential elements of good-quality palliative care at home

1

Medical proficiency

2

Availability

3

A focus on the person

- Showing personal interest

- Taking patient and relatives seriously

- Having a bond of trust

4

Proactivity

- Making timely arrangements with other care providers

- Informing patient and relatives in good time

- Openly discussing end-of-life care

5

Proper collaboration and information transfer between professionals

6

Clear and rapid procedures