UNIT 10 Care of Terminally ill, death and dying Introduction Nurses play a pivotal role in caring for terminally ill patients, helping them and their families navigate the physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and psychological challenges during end-of-life care. Nurses must demonstrate empathy, competence, respect, and professionalism in providing quality care. Definition of Terms Goals of Nursing Care for the Terminally Ill Principles of Palliative Nursing Care Nursing Responsibilities and Care