TEST 30 – REFERRAL LETTER (Palliative Care)
Writing Task:
Using the information in the case notes, write a referral letter to a palliative care team. Address the letter to: Dr. Rachel Moon, Palliative Care Specialist, Greenfield Hospice Centre, 100 Calm Road, Sydney.
Patient Details:
• Name: Mr. David Rowan
• DOB: 9 February 1950
• Diagnosis: Stage IV pancreatic cancer
• Hospital Admission: 10 July 2025
• Discharge: 24 July 2025
Medical History:
• Type 2 Diabetes, Depression
• Multiple admissions for pain and nausea
Current Condition:
• Weight loss, reduced appetite
• Significant abdominal pain
• Dependent on oral morphine
• Wants home-based palliative care
• Family supportive, wife primary caregiver
Plan:
• Referral to palliative team for pain and symptom control
• Home visits required
• Emotional support for family