elämänpääte
elämänpääte is a Finnish term that translates to "end of life" or "life's end". It refers to the period of a person's life leading up to death. This can encompass physical, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects. In a medical context, elämänpääte often relates to palliative care, which focuses on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of a serious illness to improve quality of life for both the patient and the family.
Discussions around elämänpääte can involve advanced care planning, where individuals make decisions about their medical treatment