In end-of-life care, why are physician self-care and team debriefing important, and what impact does burnout have on patient care?

• A. It has no proven impact on patient outcomes.
• B. It increases efficiency and reduces time spent with families.
• C. It maintains compassion and reduces errors; burnout is linked to poorer symptom management, less empathy, and higher moral distress.
• D. It should be avoided to save resources.

Answer: (C)