Review Shows Terminally ill Patients Being Failed By Hospitals

The transcript discusses a personal story of a painful end-of-life experience, highlighting the lack of adequate care and support. A report reveals that many patients in English hospitals are dying in pain without proper consultation. Statistics show deficiencies in pain relief and emotional support, with limited palliative care services. Communication issues hinder effective end-of-life care. The NHS is considering the report's findings, acknowledging that while some patients are satisfied, many still lack proper consultation and compassion.

What was the main issue faced by the woman in the personal story?

• Her mother was given too much medication.

• Her mother received excellent care.

• Her mother was left in pain and without help.

• The hospital staff were very attentive.

According to the report, what percentage of patients received pain relief in their last 24 hours?

• 50%

• 37%

• 44%

• 21%

What percentage of hospitals had face-to-face palliative care services available seven days a week?

• 44%

• 21%

• 37%

• 50%

What is one of the main barriers to improving end-of-life care according to the final section?

• Lack of medical equipment

• Overstaffing in hospitals

• Communication barriers about death

• Insufficient hospital funding

How is the NHS responding to the report on end-of-life care?

• By hiring more staff

• By increasing hospital funding

• By considering the report's outcomes

• By ignoring the findings