Auteur: |
University of Washington |
Description: |
Website designed to assist medical professionals with the difficult conversations around dying and end of life care. It contains a series of learning modules (pdf file) on critical communication topics: Module 1: Fundamental Communication Skills Module 2: Giving Bad News Module 3: Managing Transitions to Palliative Care When Chemotherapy is Failing Module 4: Talking About Advance Care Plans and Do Not Resuscitate Orders Module 5: Discussing Treatment Options and Informed Consent Module 6: Conducting a Family Conference Module 7: Handling Requests for Therapies That You Feel Are Futile Module 8: Cultivating Your Communication Skills |