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Although nurses have an important role in palliative care, little is known about nurses\u2019 perceptions of proactive palliative care. <\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Objectives<\/jats:title><jats:p> This study aimed to explore nurses\u2019 perceptions and experiences of proactive identification of problems and requirements among patients with palliative care needs. <\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title><jats:p> This was a qualitative study in which 16 nurses working in palliative care took part in two focus groups. <\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Results<\/jats:title><jats:p> All of the nurses underlined the importance of their early involvement in palliative care. Anticipation of possible future problems, advice and information about end-of-life care and palliative care facilities, and assessment of patients\u2019 wishes regarding care and preferred place of death were mentioned as important aspects of the early identification of problems and needs. Four themes were identified: the start of proactive palliative care; communication, support, and guidance; advocating for patients; and cooperation with health professionals. <\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title><jats:p> Nurses\u2019 involvement in proactive palliative care is important in supporting patients\u2019 palliative care management. 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