1. A specialized medical facility or department dedicated to providing palliative care, which focuses on relieving pain and symptoms in patients with serious or terminal illnesses rather than curative treatment
She was admitted to the palliative unit where she received comfort care and pain management.
Ela foi internada na unidade de cuidados paliativos onde recebeu cuidados de conforto e controle da dor.
2. A healthcare setting that emphasizes quality of life and dignity for patients with advanced disease
The palliative unit offers comprehensive support including psychological and spiritual counseling.
A unidade de cuidados paliativos oferece apoio abrangente incluindo aconselhamento psicológico e espiritual.