Case study:

11 May 2010

Implementing the Liverpool Care Pathway in St Mary’s Care Home (nursing)

Key points

St Mary’s Care Home (nursing) in Hull introduced LCP following a number of referrals of people with very short-term life expectancy.

The aim was to improve care of the terminally ill and provide a more multidisciplinary service.

One of the big challenges has been persuading GPs to prescribe appropriate medication for end of life care and some remain resistant.

But although implementation is not complete, the home has already seen benefits to residents, families and staff.

The pathway has also raised the home’s profile and increased local and regional recognition.