Ho-ho-ho! Gather around, my dear friends, for a tale not of the North Pole, but of a journey through the snowy landscapes of kidney disease and the warmth of care that lights the way. In the land of medicine, there’s a special kind of care, known as kidney supportive care (KSC), akin to the elves’ meticulous work for those whose sleigh ride through life is made tougher by the need for dialysis, a life-sustaining therapy that, alas, may not always lead to a merrier quality of life or a longer journey.

Now, who better to guide these sleighs than the nephrology nurses, the Santas of dialysis, equipped with the knowledge and the heart to discuss what makes life and departure from this world meaningful for their patients? A quest for knowledge was embarked upon, through the blizzard of literature, to discover if and how these dedicated Santas engage in KSC with their patients.

After navigating through 29 scrolls of wisdom, the revelation was as surprising as finding coal in a stocking; these nephrology nurses, the guardians of dialysis, are not routinely engaging in the heartwarming discussions of KSC. The reasons behind this are as varied as the snowflakes in a winter storm, and just as deserving of a closer look.

So, as we tuck into our warm cookies and milk, let’s ponder on how we can spread more cheer and support in the realm of kidney care, ensuring every patient’s sleigh ride is as joyful and meaningful as can be. Merry care to all, and to all a good night!