Abstract

Palliative care, once primarily associated with cancer, has expanded its scope to include a wide range of chronic and life-limiting illnesses, including heart, lung, and neurological conditions. This abstract explores the challenges and opportunities in providing palliative care for patients with these complex diseases. It highlights the importance of symptom management, person-centered care, effective communication, advance care planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration in optimizing outcomes and improving quality of life for patients and their families. By embracing a holistic approach that addresses the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of patients, palliative care providers can ensure that individuals facing heart, lung, and neurological conditions receive compassionate and comprehensive care throughout the course of illness.