Abstract

The purpose of this study is to clarify the present state of Advanced Care Planning (ACP) implementation n the terminal care of ward nurses. This paper is aimed at general ward nurses in hospitals that provide erminal care in regional cities of Japan, A, B, and C prefectures. The survey items were 1) basic attributes f individuals, 2) ACP practice status. 99 (26.8%) of patients in the final stages of life said they practiced CP, and 270 (73.2%) said they did not practice it.

It had a weak positive correlation between "ACP practice for subjects in the final stages of life" and discussions on medical care and medical treatment" for "training on decision support". It became clear hat the lack of educational opportunities such as training and preparation of explanatory materials ecame clear.