This essay discusses the specific learning need of improving communication skills when providing care for end-of-life patients. It includes a critical analysis of two research papers that address this learning need. The barriers and facilitators to effective communication are explored, along with strategies for improving nurse-patient communication. The importance of empathy, language barriers, and the use of assessment tools are discussed. The essay also highlights the implementation of the COMFORT curriculum to enhance communication skills. Overall, the essay emphasizes the significance of effective communication in providing personalized care to end-of-life patients.