Table 1 Topics and elements of palliative care covered by ENABLE-SG sessions
Patients | Caregivers | Topics covered | Elements of palliative care |
|---|---|---|---|
Session 1 Maintaining positivity | Session 1 Maintaining positivity | • Handling problems with a positive attitude • A problem-solving attitude • The seven steps of problem-solving | • Improving symptom relief and function • Psychosocial and spiritual care |
Session 2 Self-care | Session 2 Self-care | • Healthy eating and nutrition • Exercise • Quitting smoking • Sexuality • Work and family | Improving symptom relief and function |
Session 3 Coping with stress | Session 3 Coping with stress | • Coping with stress • Spirituality • Getting the support you need | Psychosocial and spiritual care |
Session 4 Managing symptoms | Session 4 Managing symptoms | • Managing symptoms • Common symptoms in cancer • Common thoughts and feelings | Improving symptom relief and function |
Session 5 Talking about what matters most and making choices | - | • Talking with your family and healthcare providers • Core values: what matters most • Decision aids: making choices that are right for you | Enhancing communication, values-based treatment, and goals of care conversations |
Session 6 Life review | - | • Starting a conversation about your journey • Looking at today, looking at tomorrow • Creating a legacy | Psychosocial and spiritual care |