Preferred Priorities for Care (PPC)

The PPC provides the opportunity to discuss difficult issues that may not otherwise be addressed to the detriment of patient care.

This document can help prepare for the future. It gives an opportunity to think about, talk about and write down preferences and priorities for care at the end of life. By documenting patient and carers choices, they become empowered through the sharing of this information with all professionals involved in their care. The PPC provides the opportunity to discuss difficult issues that may not otherwise be addressed to the detriment of patient care. The explicit recording of patients/carers wishes can form the basis of care planning in multi-disciplinary teams and other services, minimising inappropriate admissions and interventions.

For further information and to download a copy visit www.endoflifecareforadults.nhs.uk/tools/core-tools/preferredprioritiesforcarer