Exploring Multidimensional Symptoms of Hospice Patients With Different Lengths of Survival

Twan Meulenbeld, Nina Stoks, Dorien Zwart, Saskia Teunissen, Everlien de Graaf, Department of General Practice , Nursing Science, Julius Center for Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, The Netherlands

American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine®

Published online on June 24, 2026

Abstract

American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine®, Ahead of Print.
ContextHospice care is intended for the final phase of life, but trajectories after admission vary widely. Some patients die within days, whereas others stabilize and live longer than expected. Very short stays may limit comprehensive care, while ...