ENFERMAGEM E CUIDADOS PALIATIVOS: CONFORTO E QUALIDADE DE VIDA DO PACIENTE

This study aimed to identify and analyze the main nursing interventions that contribute to the comfort and improvement of the quality of life of patients receiving palliative care. With the increase in life expectancy and the prevalence of chronic diseases, palliative care stands out as an approach that values the patient’s overall well-being, even in the face of terminal illness. This is an integrative literature review with a qualitative approach, conducted in the LILACS, MEDLINE, BDENF, and SciELO databases, covering the years 2020 to 2024. Descriptors such as “palliative care,” “patient comfort,” “nursing,” and “quality of life” were used. The analyzed studies highlight that nurses play a key role in alleviating suffering through strategies involving pain control, emotional support, active listening, non-pharmacological care, and effective communication with patients and families. It was also evidenced that humanization, spiritual support, and respect for patient autonomy are pillars for more dignified and comprehensive care. However, challenges remain, such as the lack of professional training, the absence of direct patient listening, and the limited number of studies focused on home care. It is concluded that strengthening nursing practices in palliative care significantly contributes to a more humanized and person-centered approach, promoting not only physical but also emotional and spiritual comfort during the end-oflife process.