Technological advances have been helpful in alleviating the suffering of many dying patients. For some, however, use of technology appears to augment distress. This article presents a discussion of issues associated with use of technology in palliative care nursing: pain management approaches, use of invasive procedures, decision-making concerns, the ways in which technology may serve as replacement for other types of care, and cost considerations.
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