Comfort can be

described as existing in 3
forms: relief, ease, and
transcendence.

Kolcabas Theory of
Comfort: End-of-Life
Care (ELOC)

Reflection: I learned that ELOC is a

complex issue and while total comfort is
usually not achieved, as nurses we can
obtain ease and transcendence for the
patient.
Comfort grids allows for easy structuring

Patient-Centered Care
Knowledge: Process of comforting involves active
effort of patient and family. Empowering methods
may be required.
Coaching
Decrease feelings of oppression, lack of
information, and lack of terminology
understanding
Address feeling of guilt, explore avenues of
resolution
Skill: Engage patient and family in active
partnerships.
Dignity and respect
Information sharing
Participations
Interdisciplinary care collaboration
Comfort grid diagram
Attitude: Always reassess to determine
effectiveness of comfort measures
Obtain feedback and support
Celebrate and recognize success