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Palliative care can be a critical component in the care transition process for patients with severe or life-limiting illness. The provision of palliative care, whether in-patient or post-discharge, can ensure that patients’ symptoms are managed and they have support managing their illness across settings. Palliative care offers physical and emotional support for patients and caregivers and gives patients a place to turn before heading back to the emergency room.