Palliative Care and Human Choice in Dignity

Palliative care has become one of the leading branches of medicine, providing comprehensive medical, emotional, and social support to patients with terminal illnesses.Its primary function is to enhance the quality of life for patients with life-threatening illnesses and their families.Throughout history, physicians have worked to alleviate the suffering of patients with incurable diseases while maintaining emotional balance.The bio-psycho-social model of palliative care is based on a person-centered approach and the protection of human rights.Solutions within this model are individualized, sensitive, and tailored to each person, with a focus on respecting human dignity.Palliative care encompasses multiple aspects of patient care; its goals extend beyond merely relieving suffering to ensure individuals can spend their final days with dignity.