Table 2 Respondents’ EOL-related practices across time

Currently have a registry for patients requiring end of life care: % GPs responding yes

7.9 %

65.9 %

52.4 %

χ²(2) = 372.92; p < .0001

Currently have an action plan for patients who require end of life care: % GPs responding yes

28.3 %

68.9 %

83.7 %

χ²(2) = 206.01; p < .0001

Participate in collaborative care with Home and Community Care and/or Palliative Care providers: Mean (SD) Rating^a

2.33 (1.06)

2.22 (0.92)

1.66 (0.72)

F(2,1069) = 21.75; p < .0001

Generally follow the most recent clinical guidelines for palliative care: % GPs responding yes

61.7 %

88.8 %

94.3 %

χ²(2) = 106.58; p < .0001

Currently conduct home visits for patients requiring end-of-life care: Mean (SD) Rating^a

2.85 (1.23)

2.61 (1.16)

2.58 (1.16)

F(2,1062) = 5.49; p = .0043