An 8-year-old child with a recurrent inoperable brain tumor is admitted to the oncology floor with worsening of symptoms and declining medical status. The pediatric advanced care team has been consulted and is working with the primary medical team and family to determine the course of medical care. Physical therapy was consulted to assess with mobility, positioning, and to provide recommendations for safe discharge to home. What are the goals you would establish in order for them to be discharged to home safely?

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The Answer is Goals of involving the pediatric advanced care team in a child's care may include opening up discussions with the family to look at their goals, providing assistance with quality-of-life decisions, managing symptoms, serving as a liaison with homecare or hospice, and meeting the wishes of the child/family for end-of-life care at home or in the hospital.

An 8-Year-Old Child with a Recurrent Inoperable Brain Tumor Is